Trivia in Jersey
Learn fascinating facts and trivia about this country
National symbols
Flag: Flag featuring a red saltire cross of St. Patrick extending from upper left to lower right with Jersey's coat of arms centered
Emblem: Coat of arms depicting three golden lions on a red field
Trivia & facts
- Island's surroundings have world-class tidal ranges up to 12m, increasing area by nearly 30% at low tide.
- Source of New Jersey state's name.
- Jersey cattle known for producing high-fat golden milk.
- Island's postboxes mix British-style and unique designs.
- Martello towers built during Napoleonic Wars still dot the coast.
- Jersey War Tunnels museum using Nazi occupation-era tunnels is popular.
- Vehicle number plates begin with single letter 'J' rather than JE.
- Vehicle inspections biannual except official vehicles, with strict emissions regulations.
- St. Helier Central Market opened 1882 in Victorian-style cast-iron arcade.
- Island's official mascot is character modeled on donkey-Jersey cattle hybrid.