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6 Pence - Elizabeth I 5th issue
| Silver (.921) | 3 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth I (1558-1603) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1578-1582 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.921) |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#17880 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 61% |
Reverse
Quartered shield over long cross fourchée with divided date above, all within inner circle with legend around.
Note: mintmark at 12 o'clock
Script: Latin
Lettering:
POSVI DEV.AD IVTORE M·MEV·
15 81
Unabridged legend: Posui Deum Adiutorem Meum
Translation: I have made God my helper
Comment
House of Tudor (1485-1603), Elizabeth I (1558-1603), Fifth issue ((1578-82), Tower Mint, London.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Pence coin from Elizabeth I's 5th issue is that it features a unique design element - a small cross above the queen's crown. This cross is known as a "fleur-de-lis" and was added to the coin's design to symbolize the queen's connection to the French monarchy. This detail highlights the complex political and cultural relationships between England and France during the Elizabethan era.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1580 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 6 Pence - Elizabeth I (5th issue) 1578-1582 coin.
