Description
Three English Silver Threepence Coins – 1898, 1900 & 1901 – Queen Victoria
A lovely trio of genuine late Victorian silver threepence coins, all struck during the reign of Queen Victoria. These small sterling silver coins date from the final years of her reign and make a wonderful starter set for collectors of 19th-century British coinage.
Included Dates:
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1898
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1900
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1901 (final year of Queen Victoria’s reign)
Details:
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Country: Great Britain
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Denomination: Threepence (3d)
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Composition: .925 Sterling Silver
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Diameter: Approx. 16 mm
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Weight: Approx. 1.4 grams each
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Edge: Milled
Obverse:
Veiled “Old Head” (Widow Head) portrait of Queen Victoria facing left, with Latin legend.
Reverse:
Crowned denomination “3” within an oak wreath design (standard late Victorian type).
Condition:
Circulated condition consistent with age (over 120 years old). Clear dates and legible legends. Natural silver toning and honest wear typical of coins that saw everyday use in Victorian Britain.
Collector’s Note:
These coins represent the closing chapter of the Victorian era, with the 1901 issue marking the last year of Victoria’s long reign. Ideal for collectors of British pre-decimal silver, Victorian history enthusiasts, or as historic birth-year pieces.
A charming and affordable set of genuine 19th-century sterling silver coins.
