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Originally posted by DallasDad View PostFTFY
That's a tanner in real money (And I said Tanner not Tenner for the hard of hearing at the back).
"Four fruit salads or Black Jacks used to cost 1d. It wasn't long before they became 1/2p each!"
BBC ON THIS DAY | 15 | 1971: Memories of a lost currency
I always thought a sixpence was 2 and a half p in new money.
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Originally posted by The Plantswoman View PostThe first thing I ever remember buying is an Amazin Raisin Bar for 2 & a half pence.
Damn good they were...
That's a tanner in real money (And I said Tanner not Tenner for the hard of hearing at the back).
"Four fruit salads or Black Jacks used to cost 1d. It wasn't long before they became 1/2p each!"
BBC ON THIS DAY | 15 | 1971: Memories of a lost currency
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Wow both petrol and food were more expensive in real terms when I was about 18 than now
Although I bought my current house at the worst time doh
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Originally posted by OwlHoot View PostSurprised there was no mention of cigs & booze.
When I started smoking, a packet of 20 Players No 6 cost about 20p
Also, I definitely remember buying a pint of cider for 13p in the late 1970s
Rough as hell & the rats hairs are at no extra cost!
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Surprised there was no mention of cigs & booze.
When I started smoking, a packet of 20 Players No 6 cost about 20p
Also, I definitely remember buying a pint of cider for 13p in the late 1970s
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I wa in pets at home the other day. Guinea pigs have gone up from £1.05 to £10. Its a disgrace.
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The first thing I ever remember buying is an Amaisin Raisin Bar for 2 & a half pence.
Damn good they were...
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Back in my day
Here you go pick a year and marvel how much things cost!
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