1851 threepence value - UK - 5 over 8

UK threepence

Victoria young

1851

5 over 8

What is a 1851 British three pence coin worth?

Values, images, and specifications for the 1851 threepence from the UK.

The retail value of a 1851

'5 over 8 overdate' British

threepence can range from

£8 to over £220, depending

on grade, condition,

desirability, and demand.

Our guide below shows retail

estimates based on grade.

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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 1851 United Kingdom threepence

reverse shows the royal crown above

the number '3', with the date divided

to either side.

A wreath with a bow at the

base surrounds the main design.

primary varieties: '1851', and '5 over 8'

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The obverse features the young head of Queen

Victoria facing left, ribbons in her hair, with the

date below. The surrounding legend reads:

'VICTORIA D:G: BRITANNIAR: REGINA F:D:'

Notes:

5 over 8 overdate, as a result of a reworked die.

Same design as Maundy threepence.

1851 United Kingdom

threepence specifications

5 over 8 overdate

1851 United Kingdom

threepence design

5 over 8 overdate

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