UK Silver Shilling (Pre-1947) Value Today
A UK Silver Shilling (Pre-1947) contains 0.168 troy oz of silver, worth $9.07 (£6.78) at today's price of $53.98 an ounce.
Live price Oct 26, 2026, 18:35 UTC · Melt value, not a dealer offer
UK Silver Shilling (Pre-1947): every version
| Version | Years | Weight | Purity | Silver | Melt value | GBP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling silver (92.5%), to 1919 | to 1919 | 5.65 g | 92.5% | 0.168 oz | $9.07 | £6.78 |
| 50% silver, 1920-1946 | 1920-1946 | 5.65 g | 50% | 0.0908 oz | $4.90 | £3.67 |
Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Years | up to 1946 |
| Face value | 1 shilling (12 pence, pre-decimal) |
| Weight | 5.65 g |
| Purity | 92.5% silver |
| Silver content | 0.168 troy oz (5.225 g) |
| Mint | Royal Mint |
What it's worth when you sell
Coins dated up to 1919 are sterling silver (92.5%); from 1920 the silver content was cut to 50%; from 1947 the coins are cupronickel with no silver. Weights are standard new-coin weights; worn coins weigh less.
Common dates usually sell to dealers for around their melt value; scarce dates, mint marks and coins in top condition can be worth much more. For a valuable-looking coin, check a price guide or have it graded before selling.
UK Silver Shilling (Pre-1947): FAQ
How much is a UK Silver Shilling (Pre-1947) worth in silver?
About $9.07 at today's silver price of $53.98 an ounce (Oct 26, 2026, 18:35 UTC). That is its melt value: 0.168 troy oz of silver × the spot price. Common dates usually sell for around melt value; scarce dates and coins in top condition can be worth more.
How much silver is in a UK Silver Shilling (Pre-1947)?
0.168 troy ounces (5.225 grams) of pure silver, in a coin weighing 5.65 g that is 92.5% silver. Other versions are listed in the table on this page.
Other silver coins
Sources: Britannia Coin Company – Pre-decimal silver calculator · BullionByPost – Pre 1947 British Silver Coins (.500). Melt values use the live spot price; not a dealer offer or a numismatic valuation.