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What was 1 guinea worth?
What was 1 guinea worth?
Daniele
Mon Mar 10 2025
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I'm trying to understand the value of 1 guinea. I've heard people use this term in old movies or books, but I'm not sure how much it's actually worth. Can someone explain what 1 guinea represents in terms of modern currency or purchasing power?
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CryptoQueen
Wed Mar 12 2025
The coin in question possessed a nominal face value approximating 20 Shillings.
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alexander_smith_musician
Wed Mar 12 2025
This sum is equivalent to the modern-day value of one pound.
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SsamziegangSerenade
Wed Mar 12 2025
Notably, the value of the coin wasn't static over time.
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CryptoElite
Tue Mar 11 2025
It experienced fluctuations, reaching as high as 30 Shillings at some points.
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Andrea
Tue Mar 11 2025
During its final production years spanning from 1717 to 1816, the Guinea's value underwent standardization.
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