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United Kingdom Coin List

The United Kingdom's monetary system is currently based on the pound sterling, which is divided into 100 pence. Coins in circulation include denominations of 1 pence, 2 pence, 5 pence, 10 pence, 20 pence, 50 pence, 1 pound and 2 pounds. The Bank of England is responsible for issuing banknotes, while the Royal Mint is responsible for minting coins.

Monetary history

The monetary history of the United Kingdom is rich and extensive. Before decimalization in 1971, the British monetary system was more complex, with 12 pence in a shilling and 20 shillings in a pound. This system, known as pounds, shillings and pence, had its roots in medieval times. The pound sterling is one of the oldest coins in the world still in use, with a history dating back more than 1200 years.

Numismatic milestones

British numismatics has experienced several significant milestones. In 1489, the first gold coin called a sovereign was minted during the reign of Henry VII. The introduction of the one pound coin in 1983 marked a major change, replacing the pound bill. In 2017, a new 12-sided one-pound coin was launched, designed to be one of the most secure coins in the world. In addition, the UK has issued numerous commemorative coins to celebrate historic events and important figures.

Country United Kingdom
Flag
Coin Pound sterling (GBP)
1€ £0.84
Continent Europa
Capital city London
ISO2 GB
ISO3 GBR
Catalogued coins 1774

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The most valuable and popular coins

The most valuable United Kingdom coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:

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The valuation of these coins list has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.

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Reino Unido | 1 dollar

KM#5T FO#18992
Price $327
Year 1899

Reino Unido | 1 guinea (Anna)

KM#529.2 FO#18271
Year 1708-1709

Reino Unido | 1 shilling (George I)

KM#539.3 FO#25827
Year 1723

Reino Unido | 1/2 penny (George II)

KM#566 FO#13861
Price $65.40
Year 1729-1739

Reino Unido | 6 pence (George II)

KM#582.1 FO#15616
Price $10.90
Year 1743-1745

Reino Unido | 1/2 penny (George III)

KM#601 FO#11287
Price $21.80
Year 1770-1775

Reino Unido | 1 penny (George III)

Reino Unido | 2 pence (George III)

Reino Unido | 1/2 penny (George III)

KM#647 FO#8869
Price $5.83
Year 1799

Reino Unido | 1 farthing (George III)

Reino Unido | 1/2 penny (George III)

KM#662 FO#13175
Year 1806-1807

Reino Unido | 1 penny (George III)

Reino Unido | 6 pence (George III)

KM#665 FO#21203
Year 1816-1817

Reino Unido | 1 shilling (George III)

KM#666 FO#16935
Price $65.40
Year 1817

Reino Unido | 1 farthing (George IV)

KM#677 FO#13176
Year 1821-1826

Reino Unido | 1 shilling (George IV)

KM#687 FO#16934
Price $43.60
Year 1824

Reino Unido | 1/2 penny (George IV)

KM#692 FO#24293
Year 1825-1827

Reino Unido | 1 shilling (George IV)

Reino Unido | 1 farthing (William IV)

Reino Unido | 1 farthing (Victoria)

KM#725 FO#16677
Price $17.28
Year 1840-1853

Reino Unido | 1/2 penny (Victoria)

KM#726 FO#16438
Price $2.72-$21.80
Year 1838-1860

Reino Unido | 2 pence (Victoria)

KM#729 FO#27041
Year 1848

Reino Unido | 3 pence (Victoria)

KM#730 FO#12581
Price $5.45
Year 1874-1886

Reino Unido | 4 pence (Victoria)

KM#731.1 FO#16664
Year 1838-1840

Reino Unido | 6 pence (Victoria)

KM#733.2 FO#25811
Year 1866

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