In 1924 my grandmother in Dublin was sent a Christmas present of £2 (two pounds). This was a generous present for the times; approximately £75 (seventyfive pounds) in today's terms. It paid a week's rent for her family of husband and four children, with a little left over, or it would have bought several days' worth of groceries. Inflation was fairly static for many years before and after the 1920s, so perhaps this economic comparison helps? If you seek out an almanac at your local library it might have a financial comparison within it to show you the value of money in the 1880s compared to today. Otherwise, there's always the internet... Debby Raymond, Queensland, Australia "...various members received 7 pounds each and William 12 pounds. I would love to know what that was worth in those days. Anona."