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I am sorting through my british coins and am hoping someone can tell me what years the silver content ended. and if there are years where its only a percentage of silver that info as well please. I had this written down at one time but cannot find it.

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Ah hah! A question I can answer!
Up until 1920 inclusive, 90% silver.
1921 to 1946, 50% silver.
1947 forward, zero silver.

Hope this helps.
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PERFECT! thank you so much
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90% silver above should read 92.5% silver (ie sterling) Also some 1920 are .925 and some are .500
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