We at Banknote World want to wish her majesty Queen Elizabeth II a happy birthday. On April 21, 2022 the Queen turned 96. This date is her official birthday. It is said that she will celebrate this birthday is private with close family. However, later this year in June her platinum Jubilee celebrating 70 years since her ascension to the throne will also occur. This will be much more festive compared to her birthday in April. If you have read this blog before we have mentioned that the Queen actually has 2 birthdays due to weather. Since her birthdays usually include public celebrations there is outdoor events and in April which is her government birthday the weather is not so hospitable. In June the weather is friendlier and easier to work with.
Other Ways To Celebrate The Queen’s Birthday
We as many of you know the numismatic industry owes the Queen a great debt of gratitude for all of the banknotes, coins and stamps that she has blessed with her portrait over the years. From the beginning of her rule to today her face has appeared and then disappeared on various banknotes and coins from countries all over the world. From North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Oceania you will be able to find her portrait. As we have mentioned before a very notable banknote that many would agree is very symbolic is the Canada 20 Dollars from 1935. It features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth the II as a child. The reverse side features a symbolic man kneeling to cater to a woman. As time progressed so did the design of the banknotes and coins.
The Queen Elizabeth II banknote album is a great way to celebrate the birthday of the Queen for admirers who are also into banknotes. It features 12 different banknotes from countries such as the UK, Bahamas, Falkland Islands, Australia, Canada and more. Its a great way to commemorate her birthday this year. In addition the Royal Mint has released various coins to start commemorating the Queens platinum jubilee which will take place later this year. They all include special packaging to celebrate the event.
