© narracan coins
© narracan coins
6 Pence - Victoria 2nd portrait; 1st reverse
1887 year| Silver (.925) | 2.83 g | 19.3 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1887 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Diameter | 19.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#4722 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
Crowned quartered shield of arms within Garter, legend around, divided date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HONI·SOIT·QUI·MAL·Y·PENSE···
18 87
Translation: Shame on he who thinks evil of it
Edge
Reeded
Comment
House of Hanover (1714-1901), Victoria (1837-1901), Jubilee coinage (1887-93), 'withdrawn type' sixpence.Courtesy of Tony Clayton's website at http://coins-of-the-uk.co.uk:
In 1887 the shield reverse of the Jubilee issue proved a favourite with some who gold plated them and passed them off as half sovereigns. As a result the reverse reverted to the earlier SIX PENCE type during that year, making three different designs of sixpence all dated 1887. The withdrawn shield type is common in good condition as many were saved as curios.
The standard weight of these coins was 1/11 troy ounce (43.6 grains).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Pence - Victoria (2nd portrait; 1st reverse) 1887 coin from the United Kingdom is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the country. 1887 was the year of Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee, marking 50 years on the throne, and the coin was minted to commemorate this event. Additionally, the coin was minted during a period of significant social and economic change in the UK, with the Industrial Revolution in full swing and the country experiencing rapid growth and modernization. Despite these changes, the coin remains a symbol of the UK's rich history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1887 | 3675600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 6 Pence - Victoria (2nd portrait; 1st reverse) 1887 coin.
