1919 King George V Silver Threepence

This silver Threepence was struck in 1919 during the reign of King George V and represents one of the final years of Britain’s traditional sterling silver coinage. Featuring the portrait of George V by Sir Bertram Mackennal, the coin reflects a period of transition as Britain emerged from the First World War and entered a new era of social and economic change.

The Threepence was an important denomination within Britain’s pre-decimal currency system, regularly used for everyday transactions across the United Kingdom. Small in size yet struck in precious metal, these coins remain popular with collectors due to their historical significance, attractive designs, and affordability.

The reverse displays a crowned denomination within a decorative wreath, a classic design that had been used on British Threepences since the Victorian period. Combining Edwardian artistic influence with the realities of post-war Britain, the 1919 Threepence provides a fascinating link to early twentieth-century British history.

An excellent addition to any collection of British silver coinage, George V issues, or pre-decimal currency.

Historical Background

The year 1919 marked Britain’s first full year following the end of the First World War. The nation was adjusting to peacetime conditions, and coins such as this circulated during a period of significant social and economic change.

The Threepence continued to play an important role in daily commerce, providing a convenient low-denomination silver coin for use throughout the country. Importantly, 1919 belongs to the final period of sterling silver British coinage, as the silver content of circulating coins would be reduced from .925 fine silver to .500 fine silver in 1920. As a result, pre-1920 issues remain particularly desirable amongst collectors and bullion-minded buyers alike.

Specifications

• Country: United Kingdom
• Issuer: King George V (1910-1936)
• Denomination: Threepence
• Year: 1919
• Metal: Sterling Silver (.925)
• Weight: 1.41 g
• Diameter: 16 mm
• Shape: Round
• Edge: Plain
• Alignment: Medal Alignment
• Obverse Designer: Sir Bertram Mackennal
• Reverse Designer: Leonard Charles Wyon
• Obverse: Bare head of King George V facing left
• Obverse Legend: GEORGIVS V DEI GRA: BRITT: OMN: REX FID: DEF: IND: IMP:
• Reverse: Crown above denomination within wreath
• Reverse Legend: THREE PENCE / 1919
• Mintage: 15,987,000
• Catalogue References:
  • Spink: S.4036
  • KM: KM#810
  • Bull: 3659

Condition

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Categories

• British Coins
• George V
• Silver Coins
• Threepence
• Milled Coins

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