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United KingdomPeriod:1603-1952 1603-1952

Shilling 1878 (United Kingdom, Victoria)

Obverse Shilling 1878 - Silver Coin Value - United Kingdom, VictoriaReverse Shilling 1878 - Silver Coin Value - United Kingdom, Victoria

Photo by: Dix Noonan Webb

Specification

  • MetalSilver (0,925)
  • Weight5,7 g
  • Pure silver (0,1695 oz) 5,2725 g
  • Diameter23,5 mm
  • EdgeReeded
  • Aspect ratioCoin (↑↓)
  • Mintage UNC3,127,000

Description

  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • PeriodVictoria
  • DenominationShilling
  • Year1878
  • RulerVictoria (Queen of Great Britain)
  • MintLondon
  • PurposeCirculation
Auction sales chart
Average price:180 USD
Auction sales chart Shilling 1878 - Silver Coin Value - United Kingdom, Victoria
Silver price of the coin
Current price:9,88 USD
Gold price chart Shilling 1878 - Silver Coin Value - United Kingdom, Victoria
Auction Prices (50)

Auction prices

Find out the current coin value of the British Shilling 1878 . This silver coin from the times of Victoria. Wondering how much a coin like this is worth? The record price belongs to the lot 33931 sold at the Heritage Auctions auction for USD 852. Bidding took place January 12, 2016.

Сondition
Condition (slab)
Service
Where to buy?
SellerLondon Coins
DateDecember 7, 2025
ConditionXF
SellerHeritage
DateDecember 8, 2025
ConditionMS65 NGC

How much is the silver coin of Victoria Shilling 1878?

According to the latest data as of December 6, 2025 the average price of a Silver coin Shilling 1878 is 180 USD.

Where does our service get data on the current price of the Shilling 1878?

The information on the current value of the British coin Shilling 1878 is based on actual auction sales of similar specimens. To reflect the current price level, our service monitors over 590 numismatic companies and records auction results in the coin catalog and auction archive. Please note that the exact value depends directly on the coin's condition, so the average price serves only as an approximate estimate.

Where can I sell the Shilling 1878?

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