1 Sovereign - Elizabeth I 6th issue (1583–1595)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1583–1595 |
| Denomination | 1 Fine Sovereign |
| Face value | £1 |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Gold (.995) (995/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 15.550g · 0.4974 t oz |
| Diameter | 43.0mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 2529 |
Crowned facing portrait of Queen Elizabeth I seated on throne holding orb and sceptre.
+ ELIZABETH:D'.G'.ANG'.FRA'.ET HIBE'.REGINA
Central quartered shield of arms over Tudor rose.
A DNO FACTV EST ISTV ET EST MIRA IN OCVL NRIS
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The 1583 1 Sovereign - Elizabeth I 6th issue is a circulating 1 fine sovereign coin issued from 1583 to 1595, struck in 99.5% gold. It weighs 15.55g and measures 43mm across. Reverse design: Central quartered shield of arms over Tudor rose.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1583 1 Sovereign - Elizabeth I 6th issue worth?
No verified sale of the 1583 1 Sovereign - Elizabeth I 6th issue has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth about £1,538 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1583 1 Sovereign - Elizabeth I 6th issue?
Check the weight 15.55g and diameter 43mm and the metal (99.5% gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
