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When five ancient feudal title holders pay homage to King Charles III during his visit on Monday, none will have travelled as far as the island's newest Seigneur – who is set to make a 5,000-mile trip from his home in America to ensure he is in Jersey for the big day.
The ancient title of 'Seigneur du Fief ès Poingdestre' was acquired by Colorado resident James Kaye last year for £55,000.
It was sold to him by Jerseyman Sam Le Quesne, who became Seigneur on the death of his father.
The proceeds from the sale were donated to Jersey Overseas Aid’s humanitarian relief work in Ukraine.
Pictured: James Kaye (centre) made a 10,000-mile round trip to acquire his new title in March 2023.
Mr Kaye travelled across the Atlantic to appear before the Royal Court in person to acquire the historic title, and returned to the island in September for the annual Assise d’Héritage.
He will soon make the 10,000-mile round trip once again to ensure he is in Jersey for the visit of King Charles III and Queen Camilla on Monday 15 July.
Mr Kaye said: "I received an invitation for the King’s visit, and plan on being back in Jersey for the week to take part.
"I was just in Jersey for Liberation Day hosting a garden party, and I’m excited to be back during His Majesty’s stay."
Pictured: The presentation of dead mallards on a silver salver to Her Majesty 2001. (Jersey Heritage)
It is traditional for the Seigneurs of the island to pay homage to the sovereign during a royal visit to Jersey.
On Monday, five of the senior Seigneurs – including Mr Kaye – will present locally laid duck eggs to the King as a symbol of sustenance.
For the first time, eggs will replace the 800-year-old tradition of presenting the monarch with two dead ducks.
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