1837 threepence value - United Kingdom
United Kingdom
threepence
William IV
1837
What is a 1837 British three pence coin worth?
Values, images, and specifications for the 1837 threepence from the UK.
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| VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
| £3 | £12 | £25 | £90 | £150 | £190+ |
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 William IV facing right, with the legend:
'GULIELMUS IIII D:G: BRITANNIAR:REX F:D:'
images courtesy of C. Farthing
Notes:
Last King William IV era United Kingdom threepence.
Minted exclusively for use in British colonies.
Same design as Maundy threepence.
| Monarch | King William IV |
| Edge | plain |
| Weight | 1.41 grams |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Comp | 92.5% silver |
| Minted | London, England |
| Mintage | approx. 42,768 |
| Scarcity | less common for period |
| Obverse | William Wyon |
| Reverse | Jean Baptiste Merlen |
1837 United Kingdom
threepence specifications
1837 United Kingdom
threepence design
The 1837 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.
The retail value of a 1837
British threepence can
range from £3 to over
£190, 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 |