Edward VII acceded to the throne in 1901 after the death of Queen Victoria. The Edwardian era was a period of great change for the United Kingdom that witnessed a shift in societal, cultural and political attitudes.

The threepence dates to 1551, during the reign of Edward VI. The coin’s popularity fluctuated throughout its time in circulation, with a new 12-sided shape proving popular during the Second World War.

This coin is also available as part of The Making of Modern Britain Edward VII Bundle, which offers collectors the opportunity to own an example of each of the circulating coins of Edward VII’s reign.