Jersey
Date of Issue: 5th May 2025
two stamps (1.20 & 3.- GBP) out of a set of 6 stamps & one souvenir-sheet
of 2 stamps (1.20 & 3.- GBP)
both stamps are also issued in a larger souvenir-sheet
of 6 stamps (only the values 1.20 & 3.- GBP are bearing the Europa logo)
Both stamps are issued in mini-sheets of 10 stamps
Despite Jersey’s geographical size, it’s location within the channel
and close connection to France during the Ice Age makes it a hidden
treasure chest filled with extraordinary archaeological finds, some of
which are featured within the issue.
Coin Hoard
Considered
to be the largest coin hoard discovery within the British Isles and
consists of Europe’s largest assortment of torque rings, along with gold
and silver jewelry. The coins include various Celtic symbols. The hoard
consist of coins from various tribes, including those from southern
Britain around 40BC. The discovery was made in 2012 by two local
detectorists.
Mammoth Bones
Two
bone piles containing mammoth and woolly rhino bones were found by two
archaeologists in 1966. The discovery was made within La Cotte and
provided an insight into potential neolithic hunting techniques due to
the state of the bones.