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Old 09-09-2002, 11:30 AM   #16
Donut
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Quote:
Originally posted by MagiK:

Err I know it is off topic..but you reminded me of a curiosity...How much is a shilling and is a "pence" like a penny is US currancy?
what is a quid? how many pence in a shilling, quid or pound? ...ive always been curious...but have never looked it up...guess I could do a google search....
Old money

12 pennies = 1 shilling
20 shillings = £1 (quid)
240 pennies in £1

New money

100 pennies make £1

[ 09-09-2002, 11:31 AM: Message edited by: Donut ]
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