Great Britain Shilling 1838 to 1887

These old shillings can be quite valuable, especially if in well-preserved numismatic condition. Heavily worn coins will be worth small amounts.

Just about all of these shillings between 1838 to 1887 command catalog values as follows:

SHILLING: COMMON DATES
worn: $15 US dollars approximate catalog value
average circualted: $60
well preserved: $250
fully uncirculated: $800

The coin in the picture in worn condition, so its catalog value would be about $15.

There are a few 'good dates' in the series, and these can be real winners. In the list below, the value after the date is approximate catalog value in well preserved condition. Worn coins are worth considerably less.

SHILLING: BETTER DATES
1839: $500
1840: $500
1841: $500
1851: $800
1850: $4000
1854: $2000
1862: $500
1863: $900
1867: $1500 (must have BBITANNIAR instead of BRITANNIAR)
1879: $700

Don't forget these are catalog values for coins with scratches, spots, stains, cleanings, nicks, gouges, and the like. Read our Important Terminology page to properly interpret catalog values.
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