Step into Britain’s monetary heritage with this historic Bank of England £1 Note, part of the “White” series that defined English paper currency through the first half of the 20th century. Recognized for its ornate blue engraving and elegant typography, this note embodies the legacy of the world’s oldest continuously operating central bank.
PSV 30
Note Details:
Issuer: Bank of England
Period: United Kingdom (20th Century)
Type: Banknote (“White” Series)
Series/Year: King George VI issue, circa 1940s
Denomination: One Pound (£1)
Currency: Pound Sterling
Serial Number: D67E 329026
Size: Approx. 150 × 85 mm
Shape: Rectangular
Obverse Design:
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Central text “Bank of England – I Promise to Pay the Bearer on Demand the Sum of One Pound”
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Portrait medallion of Britannia at left, symbolizing national strength and maritime heritage
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Ornate blue guilloché border with large denomination “1” at right
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Signed by Chief Cashier H. O. Peppiatt, known for issuing wartime notes under King George VI
Reverse Design:
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Engraved depiction of the Bank of England building in London
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Two circular vignettes with allegorical figures representing Commerce and Industry
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Red-brown and blue ornamental scrollwork framing the architectural centerpiece
Historical Significance:
The “White” series £1 notes were issued during a pivotal era spanning World War II and Britain’s postwar recovery. These notes replaced the older large-size issues and circulated at a time when the pound remained the backbone of global trade. Issued under Chief Cashier H. O. Peppiatt, this series represents the transition between pre-decimal paper money and modern currency design.
Presentation:
Each note is housed in a rigid clear holder for archival protection and displayed within a wooden presentation box for elegant showcasing.
Collectors value these mid-century Bank of England notes for their detailed engraving, wartime context, and enduring connection to British economic history.
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