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Maundy coins are a set of four silver coins (1, 2, 3 and 4 pence) totalling 10 Pence, given to the deserving poor, usually by the King or Queen, on Maundy Thursday each year.
Maundy coins should not be confused with any other coin of the same denomination. The silver content of these coins has varied over the years, but is now back to 0.925 fineness.
Modern Maundy coins can be identified by the crowned denomination within a wreath on the reverse.
The Fourpence is 18mm in diameter
The Threepence is 16mm in diameter
The Twopence is 13mm in diameter
The Penny is 11mm in diameter
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Cost of Maundy Halfcrown featuring King William IV?
Maundy coins were only struck as 1, 2, 3 and 4 pence coins.
Is the silver 2001 British Penny rare and what colour is underneath?
The regular issue British Penny is copper plated steel and is 20.32mm in diameter and there were about 928 million minted. A British Maundy Penny is one of a set of four silver coins (1, 2, 3 and 4 pence) given to the deserving poor by the Monarch on Maundy Thursday every year. The Maundy Penny is 11mm in diameter and all Maundy coins are made from 0.925 fine silver. Maundy coins made since 1953 all carry the first portrait of Queen Elizabeth II showing her as a young woman. Maundy coins are not intended to be circulating coins, so you will not get one in your change, and are not rare.
How much are maundy coins worth?
This is a tricky question because in many cases it is hard to determine which coins were general circulation and which coins were specifically Maundy coins. The real distinction comes around the Victorian era where Maundy coins were made to prooflike standards and other than the threepence, no circulation coin has the same design. When it comes to Victorian Maundy coins, condition and presentation are everything, coins in the original box they were sold in are worth quite a bit more than those without them. Similarly, uncleaned, attractively toned and uncirculated examples are valued a lot more than cleaned, spotty and scuffed coins. In general, a full Victorian Maundy set is worth about $200-250 in uncirculated condition, although rarer years are worth a bit more. The biggest change to Maundy money is in 1908 when Edward VII decided to stop selling Maundy coins to the general public, previously it was possible to order them via the bank or the Royal Mint. Since 1908, the Maundy coins have become rarer, since the number of Maundy sets issues corresponds to the age of the monarch, coins issued earlier in the reign of a monarch are more desirable than those issued at the end of the reign. Post-1908 Maundy sets are much more rare but still don't command a high price despite their rarity, only around $300-350 or so depending on the year and condition. There are 2 dates of Maundy coins that are much more common than one would expect, that is the 1937 and 2000 Maundy sets, because they were included with certain proof sets and able to be purchased by the general public.
What is the value of a 1902 specimen set of British coins?
I am not sure what you mean by a "specimen" set. 1902 being the Coronation year for Edward VII, the Royal Mint produced two 1902 "Proof" coin sets, one of 13 coins (Five Pounds down to the Maundy Penny), the other of 11 coins (Sovereign down to the Maundy Penny). If this is what you have, you have something of some potential value. A reputable coin dealer will be able to positively identify your coin set and give you a valuation.
What has the author Brian Robinson written?
Brian Robinson has written: 'Memories of Tin Town' 'Walls Across the Valley' 'Beginners Guide to Budgeriars' 'The Royal Maundy' -- subject(s): Maundy coins
What is the history of a 1877 Queen Victoria silver penny It has on instead of the word one?
You possibly refer to a Maundy Penny. A very small coin of 11 mm made from sterling silver. A Maundy Penny belongs to the "Maundy Set" consisting of a sterling silver 1d, 2d, 3d and 4d coins. The Maundy tradition dates back donkeys years to 1699 when the "deserving poor" were presented with a Maundy Set on Maundy Thursday. See the link below for more detail.
Did George I and George II of Great Britain only have penny coins issued for the Maundy ceremony or were there regular ones and is there a visible difference?
The English Maundy ceremony dates back to the 13th century. The actual gift or service differed over the years. The washing of feet for example was abandoned in the 18th century due to health concerns, notably the plague. The tradition of giving coins commenced in the 18th century on a regular basis. Prior to 1800, all British 4, 3, 2 and 1 Penny coins were silver and the "Maundy sets" were comprised of general circulation coins from different years. From 1800 onwards, dedicated coins for the Maundy ceremony were struck, although initially, they were only struck in 1800, 1817, 1818 and 1820. They were struck annually from 1822 until present. The post 1800 Maundy coins, with occasional minor variations, have generally followed the composition, size and design of the pre-1800 4, 3, 2 and 1 Penny coins.
What is the value of a 1772 British Maundy Penny?
There were no dedicated Maundy coins minted prior to about 1817. All Maundy sets until that time, consisted of general circulation coins, not necessarily with the year of presentation on them. A British 1772 silver Penny (KG III), circulated but still in good condition, might fetch anything from £6 to £45 GBP. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation. NOTE - The reverse of these coins is upside down to the obverse. This is normal.
What does the Queen do on maundy Thursday?
On Maundy Thursday the queen gives out the Maundy Penny
What is the value of a 1911 British proof set?
A British 1911 (Proof FDC) set of coins (Five Pounds to Maundy Penny - 12 coins), in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £4,200 GBP. A British 1911 (Proof FDC) set of coins (Sovereign to Maundy Penny - 10 coins), in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £1,300 GBP. A British 1911 (Proof FDC) set of coins (Halfcrown to Maundy Penny - 8 coins), in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £580 GBP. The value of any coin set is also dependent on the state of the original packaging. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation.
How many British Maundy Sets were minted in 1776?
Due to Britain's commitment to various wars, there were very few silver and copper coins minted in the late 18th century. There were no Maundy sets minted in 1776. The only Maundy sets minted from 1761 to 1816 inclusive were in 1763, 1766, 1772, 1780, 1784, 1786, 1792, 1795 and 1800. Due to the lack of small denomination coins during this period, counterfeiting was rife and there may be counterfeit individual coins or sets. Counterfeit coins from the period are also collectible and have some value. A reputable coin dealer will be able to assist with verification and give a valuation.
How do you identify your antique coins?
check the dates on them
