How much would you get if you sold a british shilling?

Answer 1

A Shilling is 12 pre-decimal pence, before decimalisation 20 Shillings made one pound. From Decimalisation until the mid 1980s one shilling was classed as 5 new pence and could be used as such, so was at that time worth 5 new pence. however Shillings made before 1947 were 50% silver, so the intrinsic value was much higher than the face value, and Shillings before 1921 are 92.5% silver so were worth even more. Some shillings with low yearly mintage amounts are worth quite a bit more than other circulated specimens, and generally the older they are the more they are worth, in General a Shilling from 1947 onwards is worth less than a pound unless coin is in uncirculated condition, Shillings from 1921 to 1946 are worth approx 3 pounds unless uncirculated and Shillings from before 1921 are worth 5 pounds or more dependant on age and condition, as stated already, this does not include years where mintages are lower.

Answer 2

A British 1854 sterling silver Shilling (Victoria), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £1,800 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch anything from £100 to £850 GBP.

A British 1854/1 sterling silver Shilling (Victoria), circulated but still in good condition, might fetch anything from £165 to £1,850 GBP.

NOTE - The reverse of these coins is upside down to the obverse. This is normal.

The values quoted are the best possible for the best specimens in their grades, but may be significantly lower due to varying demand for the coin and the prevailing economic climate. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on inspection of the coin.

Answer 3

A British 1845 sterling silver Shilling (Victoria), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £345 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch anything from £25 to £160 GBP.

NOTE - The reverse of these coins is upside down to the obverse. This is normal.

The values quoted are the best possible for the best specimens in their grades, but may be significantly lower due to varying demand for the coin and the prevailing economic climate. A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation based on inspection of the coin.

Answer 4

The "face value" of anything is whatever is inscribed on it. The face value of a Shilling is One Shilling (or 12 Pence if you prefer).