1838 twopence value - United Kingdom
United Kingdom
twopence
Victoria
1838
What is a 1838 British two pence coin worth?
Values, images, and specifications for the 1838 twopenny from the UK.
The retail value of a
1838 British twopence
can range from £2 to over
£45, 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 |
| £2 | £4 | £10 | £25 | £35 | £45+ |
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 1838 United Kingdom
twopence reverse shows the royal
crown above the number '2'.
The date is divided to either side,
framed by an open wreath, tied
at the base with a bow.
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The obverse features the bust of young
Queen Victoria facing left, with the
surrounding legend: 'VICTORIA D:G:
BRITANNIAR: REGINA F:D:'
images courtesy of Coastal Coins UK
Notes:
Same design as Maundy two pence.
One of two UK era twopence minted for circulation.
Circulation issue only used in British colonies.
| Monarch | Queen Victoria |
| Edge | plain |
| Weight | 0.94 grams |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Comp | 92.5% silver |
| Minted | London, England |
| Mintage | approx. 1,045,000 |
| Scarcity | relatively common for period |
| Obverse | William Wyon |
| Reverse | Jean Baptiste Merlen |
1838 United Kingdom
twopence specifications
1838 United Kingdom
twopence design
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Grading Terms
| VG | Very Good |
| F | Fine |
| VF | Very Fine |
| EF | Extremely Fine |
| aUnc | about Uncirculated |
| Unc | Uncirculated |