British coins

PENCE

Think of the smaller units used in UK currency before decimalization or the plural term for a single penny today.

"British coins" points to "pence," the standard unit of currency in the UK, used for amounts less than one pound. The word is plural (like "pennies") but often written as "pence" in formal contexts, such as price tags or financial terms. It’s a direct clue with no wordplay—just a straightforward reference to the coins you’d find in British pockets or purses.