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6 Pence - Philip and Mary
1554 year| Silver (.925) | 2.83 g | - |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Mary I, Philip II of Spain (1554-1558) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1554 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#52671 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Garnished oval shield of arms, crown above dividing denomination, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: POSVIMVS · DEVM · ADIVTOREM · NOSTRVM
Translation: We have made God our helper
Comment
House of Tudor (1485-1603), Philip and Mary (1554-58), sterling silver sixpence.Interesting fact
The 6 Pence coin from England, 1554, featuring Philip and Mary, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its historical significance and the fact that it was made of silver. It's also interesting to note that this coin was issued during a time when England was still a Catholic country, and the coin features an image of the cross on the reverse side, indicating the strong religious influence of the time.
