6 Pence - Charles I 2nd milled Briot's issue obverse
Obverse
6 Pence - Charles I 2nd milled Briot's issue reverse
Reverse

6 Pence - Charles I 2nd milled Briot's issue (1638–1639)

CountryEngland Year1638–1639 Denom6 Pence MetalSilver Melt ~£4.02
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CountryEngland (United Kingdom)
Year1638–1639
Denomination6 Pence
Face value2.5p
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionSilver
Weight2.970g
Diameter25.0mm
ShapeRound
OrientationCoin alignment ↑↓
Obv. artistNicolas Briot
Rev. artistNicolas Briot
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Spink2860
Obverse

Crowned bust left, denomination behind, legend around.

[mm] CAROLVS·D:G·MAG·BRIT·FR·ET·HIB·REX·

Reverse

Square topped shield of arms over cross moline, legend around.

[mm] CHRISTO · AVSPICE · REGNO .

Silver content
Gross troy oz 0.0955
Purity unknown, melt value is approximate
Melt value (approx) £4.02

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About the 1638 6 Pence - Charles I 2nd milled Briot's issue

The 1638 6 Pence - Charles I 2nd milled Briot's issue is a circulating 6 pence coin issued from 1638 to 1639, struck in silver. It weighs 2.97g and measures 25mm across. Reverse design: Square topped shield of arms over cross moline, legend around.

It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.

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How much is the 1638 6 Pence - Charles I 2nd milled Briot's issue worth?

No verified sale of the 1638 6 Pence - Charles I 2nd milled Briot's issue has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £4.02 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.

How do I identify the 1638 6 Pence - Charles I 2nd milled Briot's issue?

Check the weight 2.97g and diameter 25mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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