6 Pence - Elizabeth I (7th issue) 1601-1602 front 6 Pence - Elizabeth I (7th issue) 1601-1602 back
6 Pence - Elizabeth I (7th issue) 1601-1602 photo

6 Pence - Elizabeth I 7th issue

 
Silver (.925) 2.85 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth I (1558-1603)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1601-1602
Value
6 Pence (1⁄40)
Currency
Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
2.85 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#191877
Rarity index
86%

Reverse

Quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée, divided date above, legend around.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
2 · POSVI DEV’ · AD IVTORE M · MEV’ ·
16 02

Translation: I have made God my helper

Comment

House of Tudor (1485-1603), Elizabeth I (1558-1603), Seventh issue (1601-02), bust 6C.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 6 Pence coin from Elizabeth I's 7th 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 claim to the French throne. This detail highlights the complex political and historical context of the time, and adds a layer of depth to the coin's significance.