6 Pence - Charles I 5th bust; group E obverse
Obverse
6 Pence - Charles I 5th bust; group E reverse
Reverse

6 Pence - Charles I 5th bust group E (1636–1640)

CountryEngland Year1636–1640 Denom6 Pence MintRoyal Mint MetalSilver Melt ~£3.65
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CountryEngland (United Kingdom)
Year1636–1640
Denomination6 Pence
Face value2.5p
MintRoyal Mint · Llantrisant
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionSilver
Weight2.700g
ShapeRound
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Spink2814-16
Obverse

Fifth crowned 'Aberystwyth' bust of King Charles I left, denomination to right, legend around. Note: varieties exist (see below)

CAROLVS'.D'.G'.MA'.BR'.FR'.ET'.HI'.REX·[mint mark]· VI

Reverse

Square topped quartered shield of arms over cross moline, legend around. Note: varieties exist (see below)

CHRISTO · AVSPICE · REGNO · [mint mark] ·

Silver content
Gross troy oz 0.0868
Purity unknown, melt value is approximate
Melt value (approx) £3.65

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About the 1636 6 Pence - Charles I 5th bust – group E

The 1636 6 Pence - Charles I 5th bust – group E is a circulating 6 pence coin issued from 1636 to 1640, struck in silver. It weighs 2.7g. Reverse design: Square topped quartered shield of arms over cross moline, legend around. Note: varieties exist (see below).

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

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How much is the 1636 6 Pence - Charles I 5th bust – group E worth?

No verified sale of the 1636 6 Pence - Charles I 5th bust – group E has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £3.65 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.

How do I identify the 1636 6 Pence - Charles I 5th bust – group E?

Check the weight 2.7g and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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