What is the value of an 1887 British coin that says dei gratia and mal y pense?

Answer 1

Most, if not all British and British Empire coins issued during the reign of Queen Victoria will have the words (or variations of them) - "VICTORIA DEI GRA BRITT REGINA FID DEF IND IMP" on the obverse, meaning, "Victoria by the Grace of God, Queen of the British territories, Defender of the Faith, Empress of India". It is mostly abbreviated from Latin.

In 1887, Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee year, the inscription read "VICTORIA DEI GRA BRITT REGINA FID DEF", on the obverse. On the reverse, the inscription read, "HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE", meaning, "Evil to him who evil thinks".

This inscription seems to be almost exclusively used on the 1887-92 British Halfcrown, Shilling and a variant of the 1887 British Sixpence which was later withdrawn.

The Halfcrown is 32 mm in diameter.

The Shilling is 23.5 mm in diameter.

The Sixpence is 19 mm in diameter.

A British 1887 sterling silver Halfcrown (Victoria), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £70 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch up to £7 to £25 GBP.

A British 1887 sterling silver Shilling (Victoria)(Jubilee small head), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £35 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch up to £3 to £15 GBP.

A British 1887 sterling silver Shilling (Victoria)(Jubilee small head - Proof FDC), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £125 GBP.

A British 1887 sterling silver Sixpence (Victoria)(Jubilee small head), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £25 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch up to £2 to £12 GBP.

A British 1887 sterling silver Sixpence (Victoria)(Jubilee small head - Proof FDC), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £100 GBP.

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 2

Most, if not all British and British Empire coins issued during the reign of Queen Victoria will have the words (or variations of them) - "VICTORIA DEI GRA BRITT REGINA FID DEF IND IMP" on the obverse, meaning, "Victoria by the Grace of God, Queen of the British territories, Defender of the Faith, Empress of India". It is mostly abbreviated from Latin.

In 1892, the inscription read "VICTORIA DEI GRA BRITT REGINA FID DEF", on the obverse. On the reverse, the inscription read, "HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE", meaning, "Evil to him who evil thinks".

This inscription seems to be almost exclusively used on the 1887-92 British Halfcrown, Shilling and a variant of the 1887 British Sixpence which was later withdrawn.

The Halfcrown is 32 mm in diameter.

The Shilling is 23.5 mm in diameter.

A British 1892 sterling silver Halfcrown (Victoria), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £190 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch up to £10 to £85 GBP.

A British 1892 sterling silver Shilling (Victoria)(Jubilee small head), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £100 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch up to £5 to £45 GBP.

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 "X Pence" coin does not exist.

"Pence" is the plural of "Penny"

The 1892 Sixpence is 19 mm in diameter and has the words "SIX PENCE" on the reverse.

The 1892 Threepence is 16 mm in diameter and has a large numeral "3" on the reverse.

The Maundy 1 Penny, 2 Pence, 3 Pence and 4 Pence all have a large numeral on the reverse indicating the face value.

All are made from Sterling silver.

Answer 4

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