Fourpence, often abbreviated as "4d," was a unit of currency in the pre-decimal British system, equivalent to one-quarter of a shilling. In terms of modern currency, fourpence would be worth approximately 1.67 pence in decimal British currency, as there were 240 pence in a pound. In the context of purchasing power, fourpence could buy a small item or a treat, similar to a few pence today.
Danger Fourpence was born in 1975.
The last British Groat (Fourpence) minted for general circulation was issued in 1888. The Fourpence continues to be minted each year as a part of the annual Maundy Set incorporating the Fourpence, Threepence, Twopence and Penny.
Fourpence Halfpenny GBP in 1932 had the purchasing power of about £0.87 GBP today. NOTE - This historical conversion is the result of many calculations and considerations by a purpose designed program for which I can take no credit. The resulting answer should only be regarded as an approximation.
Fourpence Halfpenny GBP in 1851 had the purchasing power of about £1.46 GBP today. NOTE - This historical conversion is the result of many calculations and considerations by a purpose designed program for which I can take no credit. The resulting answer should only be regarded as an approximation.
The last Groat (Fourpence) was minted in 1888. Fourpence GBP in 1888 had the purchasing power of about £1.23 GBP today. NOTE - This historical conversion is the result of many calculations and considerations by a purpose designed program for which I can take no credit. The resulting answer should only be regarded as an approximation.
The Royal Mint produced no Groats (Fourpence) coins from 1801 to 1835 inclusive.
Such a coin does not exist. The last British Groat (Fourpence) was issued for circulation in 1855.
The pre-decimal fourpence (4d), sometimes known as a groat (from Dutch grootpennig = "big penny") or fourpenny bit, was a coin worth one sixtieth of a pound sterling, or four pence.
All British Groats (Fourpence) minted in the 19th century were made from sterling silver (92.5%).
In western MD they are $6.50-$7.00.Source: I work at a grocery store.Don't know about now, but back in about '63, they used to advertise them at "now three and fourpence" in Melbourne, Australia!These days, cigarette advertising is illegal in Australia!
"4d" is the abbreviated way Fourpence was written in British and British Commonwealth predecimal currencies. The lower case "d" stands for "denarius", an old Roman coin which the Penny eventually replaced. A price tag in a store (many, many years ago) might have shown £2/3/4d, meaning Two Pounds, Three Shillings and Fourpence. The abbreviated form was used for price tags, ledgers, receipts, etc., the full written term would have been used in formal documents such as contracts.
A British 1888 sterling silver Groat (Fourpence)(Victoria), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £125 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch anything from £10 to £60 GBP. A British 1888 sterling silver Groat (Fourpence)(Victoria)(Proof FDC), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £125 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.