Shilling 1940 "Type 1937-1946" (United Kingdom, George VI)
Specification
- MetalSilver (0,500)
- Weight5,66 g
- Pure silver (0,091 oz) 2,83 g
- Diameter23,5 mm
- EdgeReeded
- Aspect ratioMedallic (↑↑)
- Mintage UNC9,913,000
Description
- CountryUnited Kingdom
- PeriodGeorge VI
- DenominationShilling
- Year1940
- RulerGeorge VI (King of Great Britain)
- MintLondon
- PurposeCirculation


Auction prices
Find out the current coin value of the British Shilling 1940 . This silver coin from the times of George VI. Wondering how much a coin like this is worth? The record price belongs to the lot 262 sold at the Baldwin's of St. James's auction for GBP 750. Bidding took place September 26, 2018.
How much is the silver coin of George VI Shilling 1940?
According to the latest data as of December 27, 2025 the average price of a Silver coin Shilling 1940 is 10 USD for regular strike and 990 USD for coins minted using the PROOF technology.
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