Sell 1920-1946 British Silver Coins

Sell 1920–1946 British Silver Coins

Sell your 1920 – 1946 British Silver Coins to Swift Gold. If you are looking to sell old British silver coins dated between 1920 and 1946, Swift Gold offers a professional and straightforward way to turn them into cash. We buy these coins in any condition.

These historic coins contain 50% silver and are commonly referred to as junk silver, pre-decimal silver coins, or 50% silver British coinage.

Many people inherit these coins, find them amongst old collections, or discover them stored away in drawers and cupboards. While they may appear to be ordinary old coins, they often contain valuable silver that can be worth significantly more than their original face value.

Swift Gold buys all common British silver coins from this period, including:

• Crown (5 Shillings)
  • Half Crown (2 Shillings and 6 Pence)
  • Florin (2 Shillings)
  • Shilling (12 Pence)
  • Sixpence (6 Pence)
  • Threepence (3 Pence)

Whether you have a handful of coins or an entire collection, we can provide a professional valuation and immediate payment.

Why Are 1920–1946 Silver Coins Valuable?

Prior to 1920, British silver coins were struck from sterling silver containing 92.5% silver. In 1920, the silver content was reduced to 50% silver until 1946. Coins Dated 1947 and later contain no Silver. As due to rising silver prices, the currency coins were changed to cupro-nickel.

Although these coins contain less silver than pre-1920 issues, they still contain a substantial amount of precious metal and continue to be sought after by investors, refiners and bullion buyers.

The value of your coins is primarily based on:

• The total weight of the coins
  • The silver content
  • Current silver market prices
  • Any collector or numismatic premium

As the silver prices change daily, the value of your coins can vary over time.

Do all old British coins contain silver?

The simple answer is no. The British coinage has changed various times over the years. In 1947 silver was completely removed from everyday coin production and replaced with cupro-nickel.

This means:

• Coins dated 1920 to 1946 contain 50% silver
  • Coins dated before 1920 contain 92.5% silver
  • Coins dated 1947 onwards contain no silver

If you are unsure what you have, do not worry, we offer Free Coin Testing with Advanced XRF Technology.

Many customers are uncertain whether their coins contain silver or not. At Swift Gold, we can test your coins using our advanced XRF precious metals analyser.

Our XRF machine quickly identifies:

• Silver purity
  • Gold purity
  • Platinum content
  • Palladium content
  • Base metal compositions

There is no need for acid testing or guesswork.

Simply bring your coins to us, and we can check them free of charge.

Visit Us in Person or Send Your Coins by Post

Visit Swift Gold and have your coins assessed while you wait.

Our team can:

• Weigh the coins
  • Test the silver content
  • Provide a live valuation
  • Arrange immediate payment

For customers further away, we also offer a convenient postal service throughout the UK.

Simple and Transparent Process

Selling your 1920-1946 Sterling Silver Coins to Swift Gold is quick and straightforward.

Bring it in person to our Great Barr Office for an instant valuation and payout

Or send it to us via Post.

If sending via post:

Step 1:  Package your Fine Silver Coins and send them to Swift Gold.

Step 2: Coins are tested once your parcel arrives. Our team carefully checks and tests the silver to confirm its purity and weight.

Step 3: No-obligation Price Offered: We provide a clear price based on the silver content and current market rate.

Step 4: Fast Bank Payment Once the price is agreed, payment is made directly to your bank account quickly and securely.

Why Sell Your Silver Coins to Swift Gold?

• Competitive prices based on live silver rates
  • Fast and professional valuations
  • Free XRF testing of your coins
  • Immediate payment available
  • We buy individual coins or complete collections
  • Trusted UK precious metals buyer

Whether you have old Crowns, Half Crowns, Florins, Shillings, Sixpences or Threepences, Swift Gold provides a simple and reliable way to sell your silver coins.

Turn Your Old Silver Coins into Cash Today

Many 1920–1946 British coins contain valuable silver that is often overlooked. Rather than leaving them sitting in a drawer, you may be able to convert them into cash quickly and easily.

If you have old British silver coins and are unsure whether they contain silver, bring them to Swift Gold for a free assessment. Our team can identify the silver content, provide a competitive valuation and arrange fast payment if you decide to sell.