answersLogoWhite

0

In late Victorian times (the 1890s) the purchasing power of £1 was equivalent to about £85-90 now. If one goes back to, say, 1840, the purcashing would be higher. Please bear in mind that for most household, an 1890s "shopping-basket" was rather different from a modern one. For example, essentials, such as food took up a higher proportion of most people's income. Some things, especially housing, have risen by much more than 90 times. For example, in 1890 one could buy a new, modest detached house in many parts of England for about £600-800.

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

Still curious? Ask our experts.

Chat with our AI personalities

JordanJordan
Looking for a career mentor? I've seen my fair share of shake-ups.
Chat with Jordan
BeauBeau
You're doing better than you think!
Chat with Beau
DevinDevin
I've poured enough drinks to know that people don't always want advice—they just want to talk.
Chat with Devin
More answers

£3.82

Bit of a trick question this, like how much does a pound of feathers weigh.

A pound was worth a pound, and was a great deal of money then.

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago
User Avatar

One pound would actually buy you a horse and carriage then

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago
User Avatar

5000 shillings

Again £5 was worth £5...and not something the average person ever saw. there were 20 shillings to a pound so £5 is 100 shillings

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago
User Avatar

I think you might get some fruit or veg

User Avatar

Anonymous

4y ago
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: How much was a pound worth in Victorian times?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp