United Kingdom
shilling
Edward VII
1909
What is a 1909 British shilling coin worth?
Values, images, and specifications for the 1909 shilling from the UK.
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VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
£3.50 | £10 | £25 | £125 | £265 | £365+ |
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.
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The obverse features the bare head of King
Edward VII facing right, with the legend:
'EDWARDVS VII DEI GRA: BRITT: OMN: REX'
images courtesy of Declan Magee Coins
Notes:
Monarch | King Edward VII |
Edge | reeded |
Weight | 5.65 grams |
Diameter | 23.6 mm |
Comp | 92.5% silver |
Minted | London, England |
Mintage | approx. 5,664,982 |
Scarcity | less common for period |
Obverse | George William De Saulles |
Reverse | George William De Saulles |
1909 United Kingdom
shilling specifications
1909 United Kingdom
shilling design
The 1909 United Kingdom shilling reverse
shows a lion standing on the royal crown,
with the date divided to either side.
The main design is surrounded by a
legend reading 'FID: DEF: IND: IMP:',
with 'ONE SHILLING' below.
The retail value of a
1909 British shilling can
range from £3.50 to over
£365, depending on grade,
condition, desirability, and
demand.
Our guide below shows retail
estimates based on grade.
links to our self-help pages on coin assessment
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Grading Terms
VG | Very Good |
F | Fine |
VF | Very Fine |
EF | Extremely Fine |
aUnc | about Uncirculated |
Unc | Uncirculated |