United Kingdom
threepence
Victoria
1837 to 1901
Values, images, and specifications for British
three pence coins from 1837 to 1901.
Victoria became Queen in
1837 after the death of her
uncle, (William IV), who had
no legitimate heirs.
The first Queen Victoria
United Kingdom threepence
was minted in 1838, and
the last in 1901.
The Queen Victoria era UK threepence obverse features
Queen Victoria facing left. Early to middle years show the
'young head', later years the 'jubilee head', and final years
the 'old veiled head'.
The 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.
Early Victorian threepences were destined for the British
colonies, and not circulated in the UK itself until 1845.
Victoria was the longest reigning British monarch at
nearly 64 years, until topped by Elizabeth II in 2015.
Victoria married Albert in 1840. The pair had 9 children,
who went on to marry in to royalty across Europe.
The Victorian era was one of dramatic change and
development in industry, science, culture, and politics.
3 pennies = 1 threepence
= 1/4 of a shilling = 1/80 of a pound
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