UK threepence
Victoria, young
1858
8 over 6
What is a 1858 British three pence coin worth?
Values, images, and specifications for the 1858 threepence from the UK.
The retail value of a 1858
'8 over 6' British threepence
can range from £4 to over
£120, depending on grade,
condition, desirability, and
demand.
Our guide below shows retail
estimates based on grade.
www.allcoinvalues.com
VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
£4 | £12 | £35 | £120+ |
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 1858 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: '1858', 'BRITANNIAB',
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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:'
images courtesy of C. Farthing
Monarch | Queen Victoria |
Edge | plain |
Weight | 1.41 grams |
Diameter | 16 mm |
Comp | 92.5% silver |
Minted | London, England |
Mintage | approx. 1,441,440 (inc varieties) |
Scarcity | less common variant |
Obverse | William Wyon |
Reverse | Jean Baptiste Merlen |
1858 United Kingdom
threepence specifications
8 over 6
1858 United Kingdom
threepence design
8 over 6
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Grading Terms
VG | Very Good |
F | Fine |
VF | Very Fine |
EF | Extremely Fine |
aUnc | about Uncirculated |
Unc | Uncirculated |