Pre-decimalization British money

[dbminter]

I believe before decimalization in Britain, prices of things could be listed by 3/11d.  I am guessing the 3 is 3 shillings but what is the d?  Pence/pennies?  If so, what does the d stand for?

 

Thanks!

[cornholio7]

pence 😉

 

http://projectbritain.com/moneyold.htm

 

 

[dbminter]

Ah, so d was short for denarius, an old Roman coin.  Doesn't make much sense but it is an explanation to my question.  Thanks!

 

I always thought it funny our last Vice President was Mike Penny!