British former coin worth two shillings and sixpence (pre-decimal).
Half crown
Example Sentences
"Half a crown"
Etymology & History
British two shillings and sixpence coin. British pre-decimal currency. Half-crown British coin 1549-1970. 'Two and six' British slang. Reflects British monetary history.
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General British
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Era
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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