I really miss half a crowns and sixpence in Xmas puddingI still remember that after decimalisation, the then older generation were confused by the new decimal system, and were often heard when comparing prices, to say something like "10 Pence, thats 2 Shillings in Old Money".
I was relatively young on D Day, as I seem to recall it being referred to back then, so didn't find it too confusing.Not just the older generation
We still used shillings florins half crowns and sixpences so that didn't helpI still remember that after decimalisation, the then older generation were confused by the new decimal system, and were often heard when comparing prices, to say something like "10 Pence, thats 2 Shillings in Old Money".
I don't remember Half Crowns in Christmas Puddings, but certainly remember Sixpences.I really miss half a crowns and sixpence in Xmas pudding
Yes, they represented different values until they were finally withdrawn from circulation.We still used shillings florins half crowns and sixpences so that didn't help
Clearly @Skull is from a well-to-do family. With good teethI don't remember Half Crowns in Christmas Puddings, but certainly remember Sixpences.
Sorry should have been more clearI don't remember Half Crowns in Christmas Puddings, but certainly remember Sixpences.
It's not ABBA's Money, Money, Money..... But here's a song about 6dSorry should have been more clear
I miss half crowns.
And the sixpences we used to put in Xmas puddings
