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Hello,
Excuse me for being an amateur, but I have this 50pence coin dating from 1955, from UK. Does it have value given its age?
Thank you!
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Pillar of the Community
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It would be useful to see a picture of this coin.
BTW -- welcome to CCF.
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United Kingdom
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I'm not sure what coin you have, as British 50 pence coins were not minted until 1969! In 1955, Great Britain used pre-decimal currency, with 12 pence equalling one shilling, and 20 shillings one pound. 50 pence in 1955 would have been four shillings and twopence, and there was never any coin issued of this value: the highest denomination in normal use in 1955 was the halfcrown, worth two shillings and sixpence or 30 pence.
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There are no 50p coins dated 1955. Is this what you have? I know people sometimes misread the small 53 as 55. If it is, then it's a 1953 five shilling piece struck to commemorate the coronation. Almost six million were produced and so they're still very common. An uncirculated specimen can be had for a pound or two. https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_...nation+crown  |
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Oh guys you scared away a newbie   KK |
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KK - How would you have handled this inquiry differently? How could any question have been answered more politely? Please reply with specifics.  |
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@NumisRob, I always thought 50p is 10/-. 50p coins were issued to replace 10/- notes. How can 50p be worth 4/2?
My understanding is that 10p is the same as 2/- and 5p to 1/-.
If you meant 50d, then that probably is correct in old LSD.
4/- is 48d and that means 4/2 or 50d. 12d is a shilling.
We have to admit that old LSD is good for our brains when computing. :)
Kind regards,
Edited by Carrigna
04/29/2019 10:48 am
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United States
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@djanoko,
I think you meant a crown piece as in 25 new pence or in old LSD 5 shillings or 5/-.
In 1955, there were no 50 pence coins. The largest coin in the circulation was half crown or 2/6 or two shillings 6 pence. A crown was frequently used as a present, rarely used as currency.
Under old LSD, penny is old penny which has a different value unlike today's penny. Back then, it took 240d or 240 old pence to make a pound.
d is a old penny whereas p is a new penny.
It would be helpful if you could post an image of the coin you talked about so we could help you out.
Welcome to CCF! You will see that the guys here are nice and helpful!!
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You're quite right but have misunderstood what Rob was saying. When referring to fifty pence he meant fifty pre decimal pence. As you point out there were twelve to the shilling, so fifty would be four shillings and two pence. Oh, and if you're looking for something which may be good for the brain when computing, I wouldn't recommend LSD.  |
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Actually, I see you didn't misunderstand Rob but were just seeking clarification. I apologise. As you were. Carry on. I'll get my coat.  Edited by Hogarth
04/29/2019 11:59 am
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@Hogarth,
Yep! I was only after clarification.
Indeed, you are correct that 50d is 4/2. I just edited my error. Math is not my strong suit. I am just glad I do not grew up under old LSD system.
I probably would lose a lot of money!!
My Dad always boasted he could do quick computing in his brain. I will ask my Dad about 50d and how many shillings is that.
@djanoko, do see that some of us do have sense of humour!
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