6 Pence - Edward VI 3rd period fine silver, London (1551–1553)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1551–1553 |
| Denomination | 6 Pence |
| Face value | 2.5p |
| Mint | Royal Mint · Llantrisant |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.929) (929/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 3.000g · 0.0896 t oz |
| Diameter | 27.0mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 2483 |
Facing crowned bust, rose to left and denomination to right, legend around.
EDWARD' . VI : D' . G' . AGL' . FRA ' . Z : hIB' . REX VI
Quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée, legend around.
POSVI DEV'. A DIVITOR E'. MEV'.
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The 1551 6 Pence - Edward VI 3rd period – fine silver, London is a circulating 6 pence coin issued from 1551 to 1553, struck in 92.9% silver. It weighs 3g and measures 27mm across. Reverse design: Quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée, legend around.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1551 6 Pence - Edward VI 3rd period – fine silver, London worth?
No verified sale of the 1551 6 Pence - Edward VI 3rd period – fine silver, London has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £3.75 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1551 6 Pence - Edward VI 3rd period – fine silver, London?
Check the weight 3g and diameter 27mm and the metal (92.9% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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