1964 Bank of Jamaica 5 Shillings Note - Signature 1, Gothic Font - Queen Elizabeth II - 1964 British Jamaica Five Shillings Note - P#51Aa

This listing is for the photographed 1964 Bank of Jamaica 5 Shillings Bank Note. This note was issued under the Bank of Jamaica Law of 1960. Signature #1 variety. Printed with the serial number in Gothic font. The obverse of this note has a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the left end and the country's coat of arms, printed with an English motto rather than Latin, at the lower center. The reverse portrays a river rapids and forest scene. Extremely Fine (XF) grade/condition, minor signs of circulation, crisp note! This rarer note provides a fascinating history into British colonialism and Jamaican history, making it a must have for any collection! P#51Aa (Pick Number 51Aa).

The Great Depression of the 1930s hit the British colony of Jamaica particularly hard compared to other Caribbean islands. They experienced numerous labor strikes and riots during this time, resulting in their heavy reliance on support from the British Government. In 1958 Jamaica started to gain autonomy from the British Empire, becoming part of the Federation of the British West Indies. Their involvement in the FWI was a divisive issue, resulting in Jamaica leaving the federation and becoming their own independent nation by 1962, becoming part of the British Commonwealth.

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1964 Bank of Jamaica 5 Shillings Note - Signature 1, Gothic Font - Queen Elizabeth II - 1964 British Jamaica Five Shillings Note - P#51Aa