When was shillings introduced into Britain?

Shillings were introduced in Britain in the late 8th century, during the reign of King Offa of Mercia. The term "shilling" originally referred to a specific silver penny, and it became a standard unit of currency in the English monetary system. The shilling was officially established as part of the currency system in England during the 16th century, particularly under King Henry VII, and it remained in use until decimalization in 1971.