1887 threepence value - UK - jubilee head
UK threepence
Victoria
jubilee head
1887
What is a 1887 British three pence coin worth?
Values, images, and specifications for the 1887 threepence from the UK.
The retail value of a
1887 'jubilee head' British
threepence can range from
£1 to over £22, 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 |
| £1 | £2.50 | £5 | £10 | £15 | £22+ |
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 1887 'jubilee head' 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: 'young head', and
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The obverse features the robed jubilee bust
of Queen Victoria facing left, adorned with
jewellery, veil, and a crown. The legend reads: 'VICTORIA DEI GRATIA BRITT:REGINA F:D:'
images courtesy of UK Coinage
| Monarch | Queen Victoria |
| Edge | plain |
| Weight | 1.41 grams |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Comp | 92.5% silver |
| Minted | London, England |
| Mintage | approx. 2,780,761 (inc young) |
| Scarcity | relatively common for period |
| Obverse | Joseph E. Boehm / Leonard C.
Wyon |
| Reverse | Jean Baptiste Merlen |
1887 United Kingdom
threepence specifications
jubilee head
1887 United Kingdom
threepence design
jubilee head
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Grading Terms
| VG | Very Good |
| F | Fine |
| VF | Very Fine |
| EF | Extremely Fine |
| aUnc | about Uncirculated |
| Unc | Uncirculated |