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1879 Shilling Value, Victoria Young head - sell today or buy online

There were 2 Shilling variations struck dated 1879. Mintage figures are shown where available.

The value of 1879 Silver Shilling coins can range from £20 to £600 depending on condition. The guide prices are based on coin grades from Fine (F) to Uncirculated (UNC). A mid grade value mid point between VF (Very Fine) and EF (Extremely Fine) condition 1879 Shilling is worth about £145.

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Victoria 1879 Shilling
Third head (Queen Victoria Young head issues) - with die number
Fine
£20
VF
£70
EF
£220
UNC
£600
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Mintage: 3,611,507

Metal: 92.5% Silver

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Guide prices shown are from the Token Publishing Coin Yearbook 2022 for Fine (F), Very Fine (VF), Extremely Fine (EF) and Uncirculated (UNC) condition. We can accept no liability for the accuracy of the prices quoted.

Victoria 1879 Shilling no Die no
Fourth head (Queen Victoria Young head issues) - no die number
Fine
£10
VF
£28
EF
£90
UNC
£225
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Metal: 92.5% Silver

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There are a number of factors that affect Silver Shilling values, some 1879 shillings may be worth less than the coin grade guide value, whereas other same year date examples could command much higher prices if they exibit desirable features such as attractive natural toning.