Welcome to Jersey Stamps
Welcome back to another edition of our stamp bulletin. The new design will offer a clearer and more in-depth look into each issue and the products available.
A reply form has been included for you to inform us if you would like to continue receiving the bulletins and additional marketing information.
The first summer issue is Fruits of Jersey, which includes fruits grown on the Island. In this issue, Rosemary Blackmore used her expert skills with a brush to bring each fruit to life.
Debussy in Jersey commemorates the late composer, Claude Debussy, who visited Jersey in 1904 to focus on his music pieces such as La Mer, L’isle Joyeuse, and Masques. Artist Will Bertram illustrated the products and references Debussy’s music throughout the issue.
Jersey is the proud home to a variety of bird species, including those featured within Jersey’s Wetland Birds stamp issue.
We selected the commonly found birds on the Island’s wetland area for local artist Thomas Norman (elvensø illustration) to illustrate.
Our final summer issue Jersey Women of Achievement celebrates women who have greatly impacted others through their achievements. Local artist Kiera Melville illustrated the stamp issue including the miniature sheet featuring Dr Lilian Mary Grandin.
Thank you for your continued support and make sure to get in touch to let us know if you like this new bulletin.
The Jersey Philatelic Team
CLUBS AND SOCIETIES
The Channel Islands Specialists’ Society was founded in 1950 to study the stamps and postal history of the Channel Islands. For information about the society, please visit www.ciss.uk Membership requests should be directed to Membership Secretary, Mark Bailey at membership@ciss.uk or write to Mark Bailey FRPSL at 36 Jerrymore Hill, Finchampstead Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 4UG.
The Royal Philatelic Society, London is the oldest philatelic society in the world having started out as The Philatelic Society, London in 1869. There are now over 2,000 members worldwide with a wide range of collecting interests. Visit www.rpsl.org.uk to find out more about ‘The Royal’ and how to become a member. Alternatively, you can contact John Triggs, FRPSL the Channel Islands representative for further details, brochures and membership packs: Phone +44 (0) 1421 725847, email guern1974@cwgsy.net
If you live in Jersey and would like to find out about the Jersey Philatelic Society, phone Ian Everson on (01534) 758727 or email ianeverson@aol.com for information.
HOW TO ORDER
By Post
Send the completed order form to: Jersey Philatelic Bureau,
By Phone
Call us on:
+44 (0) 1534 616 717 between 8:30am and 5pm Monday to Friday
Online
You can also buy securely online at www.jerseystamps.com
Jersey’s fertile soil and natural microclimate have allowed Jersey farmers to produce an assortment of produce, including fruits.
Fruits of Jersey
Fruits of Jersey issued Thursday 4th July 2024 features an array of fruits, which have been grown on the Island. Each fruit included in the stamp issue demonstrates Jersey’s ability to cultivate food usually associated with warmer climates.
The stamp issue will include eight stamps, a presentation pack, a first day cover, and a special postmark. Additionally, each stamp will be made available in sheets of ten.
Rosemary Blackmore, the artist behind Fruits of Jersey, used her oil skills to paint each fruit in her classically vibrant style.
Products:
Set of 8 stamps (£17.91), first day cover (£19.21), presentation pack (£19.21), sheets of 10 (£179.10), pocket money set (£1.58), block of four (£71.64), pair set (£35.82) and individual sheet sets (prices vary).
BROWSE THE FULL COLLECTION AT www.jerseystamps.com
ARTIST FEATURE:
Rosemary Blackmore
Artist Rosemary Blackmore studied fine art at the Bath Academy of Art in 1967. From her time at the academy, Rosemary gained a B.A. Hons degree in Fine Art, and has since made a career of producing an array of artwork such as paintings, ceramics, prints, textiles and now stamps. Her motto as an artist is “A day without painting is a day wasted.” You can find out more about Rosemary and her approach to the artwork at www.jerseystamps.com/blogs/news.
Designer: Rosemary Blackmore
Printer: bpost. Belgium
Process: Four colour process offset lithography
Stamp die size: 35mm x 35mm
Debussy In Jersey
Born in Paris in 1862, Claude Debussy is regarded as being one of the most influential composers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. At the age of ten, he joined the Conservatoire De Paris, a college of music and dance founded in 1795, where he developed his musical talents. In 1904 Debussy spent the summer on the Island, allowing him to have quiet time to work on his orchestral pieces. Local artist Will Bertram has illustrated the issue by incorporating elements of Debussy’s sheet music into the background of each stamp. The Portelet Bay stamp features L’isle Joyeuse and the pair of 98p stamps, La Corbiére and St Brelade’s Bay, feature La Mer. The Portelet Bay stamp includes Estampes (Pagodes), Havre des Pas contains L’isle Joyeus and the Grand Hotel stamp, Claire de Lune.
If you’d like to learn more about Debussy and his life, look at our Debussy in Jersey blog at www.jerseystamps.com/blogs/news
ARTIST FEATURE: Will Bertram
Will Bertram is the local artist who illustrated our Debussy in Jersey stamp issue, inspired by old Japanese prints! Will discovered that Debussy enjoyed collecting various Japanese artifacts, including a print of Hokusai’s iconic
Under the Wave off Kanagawa, also known as The Great Wave. You can find out more about Will Bertram’s life as an artist at www.jerseystamps.com/ blogs/news.
Products:
Designer: Will Bertram
Printer: bpost. Belgium
Process: Four colour process offset lithography
Stamp die size: 30mm x 40mm
Miniature sheet size: 80mm x 126mm
Souvenir sheetlet size: 95mm x 140mm
Set of 6 stamps (£9.31), miniature sheet (£5.00), souvenir sheetlet (£9.31) stamp first day cover & presentation pack (£10.61), souvenir sheetlet first day cover & presentation pack (£10.61), miniature sheet first day cover & presentation pack (£6.30), sheets of 10 (£93.10), pocket money set (£1.58), block of four (£37.24), pair set (£18.62) and individual sheet sets (prices vary).
BROWSE THE FULL COLLECTION AT www.jerseystamps.com
DATE: 6 AUGUST 2024
Jersey’s Wetland Birds issue commemorates the variety of wetland birds found on the Island.
To ensure the accuracy of the birds included, our team reached out to the local Jersey Birds organisation whose members regularly monitor sightings. From their findings, we were able to select wetland bird breeds for the artist to illustrate, including the Northern Shoveler, Western Marsh Harrier, Tufted Duck, Northern Lapwing, Common Snipe and Reed Bunting. Discover more about the chosen birds at www.jerseystamps.com/blogs/news
Jersey’s WETLAND BIRDS
Designer: Thomas Norman
Printer: bpost. Belgium
Process: Four colour process offset lithography
Stamp die size: 30mm x 40mm
Souvenir sheetlet size: 95mm x 140mm
Products:
Set of 6 stamps (£9.31), souvenir sheetlet (£9.31) stamp first day cover & presentation pack (£10.61), souvenir sheetlet first day cover & presentation pack (£10.61), sheets of 10 (£93.10), pocket money set (£1.58), block of four (£37.24), pair set (£18.62) and individual sheet sets (prices vary).
ARTIST FEATURE:
THomas Norman
Thomas from Elvenso Illustrations illustrated the Jersey’s Wetland Birds issue using intricate line details to create bold and distinctive artwork. You can find out more about Thomas and his art history at www.jerseystamps.com/blogs/news
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Jersey Women of Achievement
Our Jersey Women of Achievement stamp issue commemorates the women of Jersey who, through sheer determination and selfless acts have made a significant impact on Jersey and the lives of others. You can find out more about these inspirational women at www.jerseystamps.com/blogs/news
Designer: Kiera Melville
Printer: bpost. Belgium
Process: Four colour process offset lithography
Stamp die size: 30mm x 40mm
Souvenir sheetlet size: 80mm x 126mm
Products:
Set of 6 stamps (£9.31), miniature sheet (£5.00), stamp first day cover & presentation pack (£10.61, miniature sheet first day cover & presentation pack (£6.30), sheets of 10 (£93.10), pocket money set (£1.58), block of four (£37.24), pair set (£18.62) and individual sheet sets (prices vary).
ARTIST FEATURE:
Kiera Melville
Kiera Melville is a talented local artist who enjoys working on a variety of projects. When illustrating the women featured within the stamp issue, Kiera incorporated elements of their stories into the background of the portraits. Learn more about Kiera’s approach to the issue by visiting www.jerseystamps.com/ blogs/news.
100 Years of the Jersey Island Cricket Club (Withdrawal 7 AUGUST 2024)
Achievements - The inventions of Alexander Graham Bell & Thomas Edison (Withdrawal 2 SEPTEMBER 2024)
Mint notes & coins
The States of Jersey has been producing its own currency since July 1963. Jersey banknotes and coins are available for sale in mint, uncirculated condition, accompanied by a beautiful commemorative wallet.
All of Jersey’s mint banknotes bear a hand-engraved, intaglio portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, as well as the words ‘States of Jersey’ above the Island’s crest. The central vignettes on both the front and reverse feature important Jersey landmarks.
The coins have a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the obverse, and the reverse of each coin features iconic imagery of the Island.
VISIT our WEBSITE
www.jerseystamps.com
Keep your Jersey Stamps collection in order by visiting our website. You’ll be able to browse an array of stamp issues including those in our commemorative, definitives, post & go, Royals and non-value indicator collections. Additionally, we also offer a selection of gift products and collection accessories. Take a look at the list below to see what other collectable items are available:
• Royals & Definitives Collection
• Albums
• Year Pages
• Artwork & Prints
• Postcards
• Yearbooks
• SEPAC Folders
Postcards
Albums & Year Pages
Royals & Definitives Collection
SEPAC Folders
Yearbooks
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