UK Coins of 1971

Quick answer In 1971, the Royal Mint struck 13 distinct British coins across 10 denominations. Decimal Day. The new 1p, 2p, 5p, 10p and 50p replaced pre-decimal coinage on 15 February 1971. The most valuable 1971-dated coin in our database is the 1 New Penny - Elizabeth II 2nd portrait at £23 (highest realised auction price across all grades).
13Coins catalogued
10Denominations issued
0Key dates flagged

Average realised price trend, 1971 coins

Monthly average sale price across all 1971-dated UK coins (any grade) on rolling 24-month window. Months with fewer than 3 sales are excluded.

Every 1971-dated UK coin

Grouped by denomination, smallest to largest. Click any coin for the full history and realised prices.

Other years in the 1970s

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Realised sold prices for 1971-dated British coins

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