| 1960 Queen Elizabeth II £1 Banknote With Display Box. First-Ever Queen Elizabeth II £1 England Banknote Currency Featuring The Portrait Of Her Majesty - Queen Elizabeth II was the longest-reigning monarch in English history, but even her reign had a beginning. Ascending to the throne in 1952, it took some time for the country to adjust to its new, young monarch. In fact, it wasn't until 1960 that the British government released the first ever £1 banknote graced with her image. With the switch to the £1 coin, all £1 banknotes were retired in 1988, meaning... - 1960 Queen Elizabeth II £1 Banknote With Display Box. |