What was the value of the British Pound in 1880?

Question

I'm reading a book, and there's mention of "I offered a pound for this", etc., and I was wondering if there's any way to find out what money was worth in the mid-late 1800's in England, either in wages or purchase power.

Answer 1

could vary between 67 and 70 pounds depending on the retail price index, if you have a coin I advice not to sell it.

Answer 2

according to the following website a pound was worth £68.46 in todays value..