United Kingdom
shilling
George IV
1821
What is a 1821 British shilling coin worth?
Values, images, and specifications for the 1821 shilling from the UK.
The retail value of a
1821 British shilling can
range from £7 to over
£425, depending on grade,
condition, desirability, and
demand.
Our guide below shows retail
estimates based on grade.
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VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
£7 | £20 | £50 | £175 | £300 | £425+ |
Values are in UK Pounds
Based on European Grading System
Further information on grading, condition, detractors, and
how to assess your coin can be found further down this page.
The 1821 United Kingdom shilling reverse shows
the UK coat of arms with the royal crown above,
thistle to the left and shamrock to the right.
Below is 'ANNO', a rose, and the date.
The top left and bottom right shields show
three lions representing England, the top right
shows one lion for Scotland, and the bottom
left shows a harp for Ireland. In the center is
a crowned shield with the Hanoverian arms.
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The obverse features the laureate head of
King George IV facing left, with the legend:
'GEORGIUS IIII D:G:' to the left, and
'BRITANNIAR:REX F:D:' to the right.
images courtesy of Kos Coins
Notes:
First King George IV era UK shilling.
Monarch | King George IV |
Edge | reeded |
Weight | 5.65 grams |
Diameter | 23.5 mm |
Comp | 92.5% silver |
Minted | London, England |
Mintage | approx. 2,463,120 |
Scarcity | less common for period |
Obverse | Benedetto Pistrucci |
Reverse | Jean Baptiste Merlen |
1821 United Kingdom
shilling specifications
1821 United Kingdom
shilling design
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Grading Terms
VG | Very Good |
F | Fine |
VF | Very Fine |
EF | Extremely Fine |
aUnc | about Uncirculated |
Unc | Uncirculated |