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6 Pence - Elizabeth I 6th issue; 2nd type
| Silver (.925) | 2.96 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth I (1558-1603) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1582-1589 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 2.96 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#68399 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée, divided date above, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: POSVI | DEV’ · AD|IVTORE|M · MEV
Unabridged legend: Posui Deum Adiutorem Meum
Translation: I have made God my helper
Comment
House of Tudor (1485-1603), Elizabeth I (1558-1603), Sixth issue (1582-1600), sterling silver sixpence.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Pence coin from Elizabeth I's 6th issue, 2nd type, 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 claim to the French throne. This detail highlights the complex political and historical context of the time, showcasing the coin's significance beyond its monetary value.
