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4 Pence - William IV Maundy issues
| Silver (.925) | 1.89 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | William IV (1830-1837) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 1831-1837 |
| Value | 4 Pence (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 1.89 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#23729 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 64% |
Reverse
Crowned denomination dividing date within oak wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 18 4 34
Engraver: Jean Baptiste Merlen
Comment
The standard weight of this coin was 2/33 troy ounce or 29.1 grains.Sp#3840 Maundy money sets listed with their KM# ref:
MDS78 1831 3,564 MDS82 1834 2,574
MDS79 1831 Proof MDS83 1835 2,574
MDS80 1832 2,574 MDS84 1836 2,574
MDS81 1833 2,574 MDS85 1837 2,574
Demonetization note: Whilst the circulation strikes have been demonetized, the Maundy issues carry legal tender status and are still being struck to this day with the value updated to decimal pence.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Pence - William IV (Maundy issues) 1831-1837 coin is that it was minted during a time when the British Empire was at its peak, and the coin's design reflects this. The obverse of the coin features an image of King William IV, while the reverse features a crowned shield with the words "MAUNDY Money" written above it. The coin's design was meant to symbolize the power and influence of the British Empire during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1831 | 3564 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1832 | 2574 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1833 | 2574 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1834 | 2574 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1835 | 2574 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1836 | 2574 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1837 | 2574 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Pence - William IV (Maundy issues) 1831-1837 coin.
