© Heritage Auctions
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6 Pence - Elizabeth I 3rd and 4th issues; larger bust
| Silver (.925) | 2.8 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth I (1558-1603) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1573-1577 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#52475 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 62% |
Reverse
Quartered shield of arms of England and France over long cross fourchée with divided date above, all within inner circle with legend around
Script: Latin
Lettering:
POSVI DEV.AD IVTORE M·MEV·
15 75
Translation: I have made God my helper
Comment
House of Tudor (1485-1603), Elizabeth I (1558-1603), Third and Fourth issues (1573-77), Tower Mint, London.Mintmark at 12 o'clock position, images below courtesy of Spink & Son Ltd.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Pence coin from Elizabeth I's reign is that it was one of the first coins to feature a portrait of the queen on the obverse (front side), which was a departure from the traditional depiction of a crowned shield on earlier coins. This change in design was a deliberate attempt to promote the queen's image and reinforce her authority as the head of state.
