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British Coins
Collecting coins of the UK or Great Britain as a hobby. Please include as many of these criteria as possible in your question to ensure an accurate evaluation of a coin: the denomination, the country of origin, the year of minting and the condition.
3,371 Questions
How much is a 1889 silver queen Victoria DGbritt reg fd?
That motto, with variations, appears on all British money so it doesn't help to ID your coin. Please post a new question with the coin's denomination. It'll be a strange word such as florin or half-crown.
What is the value of an 1820 British Sovereign?
A British 1820 22 carat gold Sovereign (George III)(Small O, closed 2 thin date), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £1,850 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch up to £325 to £1,200 GBP.
A British 1820 22 carat gold Sovereign (George III)(Large date, open 2 - close to 8), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £2,200 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch up to £350 to £1,400 GBP.
A British 1820 22 carat gold Sovereign (George III)(Short date - 2 nearly closed), circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch up to £325 to £1,200 GBP.
A British 1820 22 carat gold Sovereign (George III)(closed 2), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £3,000 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch up to £400 to £2,000 GBP.
A British 1820 22 carat gold Sovereign (George III)(Proof FDC), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £7,000 GBP.
A British 1820 22 carat gold Sovereign (George III)(Slender date - Proof FDC), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £9,000 GBP.
A British 1820 22 carat gold Sovereign (George III)(Roman I in date) is considered extremely rare.
A British 1820 22 carat gold Sovereign (George III)(Spread 18 and 20 - open 2, short date), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £2,750 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch anything from £400 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.
What is the value of a 1955 British Caribbean Territories 50 cent coin?
A British Caribbean Territories 1955 bronze 1 cent coin (Elizabeth II), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £1 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch anything up to £0.50 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.
How can you tell if a coin is FDC?
No, it would defeat the purpose of minting them. It is a term referring to the grading or more particularly, the quality of the finish of the coin.
FDC stands for "Fleur du Coin" and is usually associated with Proof coins indicating that that they have been struck on specially prepared dies and hand finished to produce a mirror like finish on the flat surfaces.
They are sold in protective packaging to preserve the high quality finish and subsequently, the relatively high value they have.
What is the size of a british sovereign?
As far as I know, there never has been a quarter sovereign that has been minted.
At least, I've never seen one. But, if there were one, it would be a very small coin.
What is the value of a 1987 Bailiwick of Jersey 2 Pence coin?
These coins are still potentially in circulation so, unless they are part of a Proof or Uncirculated mint set or are individual Proof or Uncirculated coins and in absolute mint condition, they are worth Two Pence in Jersey.
The Bailiwick of Jersey currency (JEP) is pegged at par with the British Pound Sterling (GBP) and the Jersey decimal coinage is near identical in dimensions, composition and history to the equivalent British coins. Jersey currency is "legal tender" only in Jersey, but may be regarded as "acceptable tender" in Britain.
If the coin is in circulated condition its value is determined by the amount of gold it contains, adjusted for wear. Numismedia lists the following approximate retail values as of 03/2010:
Very worn condition - $1,340
Moderately worn - $1,380
Slightly worn - $1,440
Almost no wear - $1,494
If the coin is uncirculated, look on the back to see if there's a small mint mark letter. It may be blank or there may be an S.
No mint mark (Philadelphia): $1,560 to $70,200 depending on quality
"S" mint mark (San Francisco): $1,560 to $6,510
What is the value of an 1816 British Sixpence?
A British 1816 sterling silver Sixpence (George III), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £85 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch anything from £6 to £35 GBP.
A British 1816 sterling silver Sixpence (George III)(Proof plain edge FDC), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £550 GBP.
A British 1816 sterling silver Sixpence (George III)(Proof in gold FDC) is considered to be extremely rare.
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.
What is the value of an Edward VII Halfpenny?
It is worth around 100-800 thouand dollars now but you dont see them very often.
Are the Bank of England Ten Pound notes featuring Charles Darwin still legal tender?
All Bank of England Twenty Pound notes that have been withdrawn from circulation (up to and including the Edward Elgar notes), are no longer "legal tender" having been demonetised.
The Bank of England advises -
All Bank of England notes from which legal tender status has been withdrawn remain payable at face value forever at the Bank of England in London. Any such notes may be presented for payment either in person during business hours, or sent to us by post.
What does a British Queen Victoria 1888 sovereign coin look like?
All U.S. cents from 1900 carry the picture of a Native American princess.
There are no cents with the letter V on them. You may be confusing the Indian Head cent with the Liberty nickel, which does have a V on it (remember your Roman numerals, LOL?)
In the same vein, wheat-back cents were only struck from 1909 to 1958
What is the value of a 1734 British Farthing?
A British 1749 copper Farthing (KG II), circulated but still in good condition, might fetch anything from £15 to £250 GBP.
A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation.
What is the value of a 1980 British 1 New Penny coin?
These coins are still potentially in circulation so, unless they are part of a Proof or uncirculated mint set or are individual Proof or uncirculated coins and in absolute mint condition, they are worth 1 Penny.
A British 1980 bronze 1 New Penny coin (Elizabeth II), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £0.10 GBP.
A British 1980 bronze 1 New Penny coin (Elizabeth II)(Proof FDC), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £1 GBP.
A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation.
What is the value of a 1942 British Half-Sovereign?
There were no British Half-Sovereigns minted from 1938 to 1979 inclusive.
How much is a British Military Authority five shilling note worth?
The British Military Authority 1-Shilling Notes are no longer issued, so their value is based on historic interest and the actual condition of each bill. In February 2015, they were being offered on E-Bay for between U.S. $ 1.50 - $ 16.00 plus mailing charges.
In memory of Queen Victoria coin?
These are most likely a token or medallette sold by souvenir shops after the death of a King or Queen.
What year was the Bank of England blue One Pound note first issued?
The first British general circulation, non-precious metal One Pound coin was introduced in 1983 which replaced the One Pound bank note.
The Bank of England One Pound note was last issued on the 31st of December, 1984.
The Bank of England One Pound note ceased to be legal tender on the 11th of March, 1988.
What is the value of a 1978 British 5 New Pence coin?
The larger pre-1991 5 Pence coins were withdrawn from circulation and demonetised in 1991. So, unless they are part of a Proof or uncirculated mint set or are individual Proof or uncirculated coins and in absolute mint condition, they have little or no value.
A British 1978 cupro-nickel 5 New Pence coin (Elizabeth II), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £0.20 GBP.
A British 1978 cupro-nickel 5 New Pence coin (Elizabeth II)(Proof FDC), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £1 GBP.
A reputable coin dealer will be able to give a more accurate valuation.
What is the value of Queen Victoria 1884 10 pence coin?
It depends on what condition it's in. With the information on the coin, including its condition, the curious person would go to eBay and see if any are listed and look at the prices.
Also, with that same information, a number of online coin dealers (and there are quite a few) could be searched and browsed for listings and an approximate value may obtained in that way.
What is the value of a 1930 British Dollar coin?
A British 1930 50% silver Shilling (George V), uncirculated and in absolute mint condition could fetch up to £95 GBP. If it has been circulated but still in good condition, it might fetch anything from £5 to £40 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.
King George the 7th one penny value?
King George IV did not take the throne until 1820 and there was no 1773 British Penny minted.
What is the value of a 1932 British George V Crown?
Modified coins have no value as a collectible. Any value would be associated with the necklace.
What is the difference between Half-Sovereign and George and Dragon coin?
The Sovereign and Half-Sovereign coins are both made from 91.7% (22 carat) gold, have the reigning monarch on the obverse, and most commonly, Saint George slaying the dragon on the reverse, and the denomination is not inscribed on either.
Prior to the Saint George design, both coins had the "Crowned Shield" design on the reverse.
Along with the rest of the British currency, both coins were standardised in 1817 when they were reintroduced into the British currency and have maintained that standard to present day.
The Half-Sovereign is 19.30 mm in diameter and weighs 3.99g.
The Sovereign is 22.05 mm in diameter, 1.52 mm thick and weighs 7.9881 grams.
The Sovereign has a "face value" of One Pound, or 20 Shillings or 240 Pence under the old currency. Since decimalisation, it is still One Pound, or 100 pence.
A Half-Sovereign has a "face value" of half of that, 10 shillings in the old currency, or 50 pence in the new.
The actual value is aligned with the price of gold which would be significantly greater than "face value".
Sovereigns and Half-Sovereigns minted at mints other than the Royal Mint were mintmarked as follows -
- Melbourne - M
- Ottawa - C
- Perth - P
- Pretoria - SA
- Sydney - S
- Bombay - I
Those coins minted at the Royal Mint have no mintmark. All Sovereign coinage minted since 1937 have been minted at the Royal Mint.
