6 Pence - Elizabeth I 5th issue (1578–1582)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1578–1582 |
| Denomination | 6 Pence |
| Face value | 2.5p |
| Mint | Royal Mint · Llantrisant |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.921) (921/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 3.000g · 0.0888 t oz |
| Diameter | 25.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 2572 |
Crowned portrait of Queen Elizabeth I facing left with rose behind, all within inner circle with legend around. Note: mintmark at 12 o'clock
ELIZAB.D.G.ANG.FR.ET.HIB.REGINA
Quartered shield over long cross fourchée with divided date above, all within inner circle with legend around. Note: mintmark at 12 o'clock
POSVI DEV.ADIVTOREM·MEV· 1581
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The 1578 6 Pence - Elizabeth I 5th issue is a circulating 6 pence coin issued from 1578 to 1582, struck in 92.1% silver. It weighs 3g and measures 25mm across. Reverse design: Quartered shield over long cross fourchée with divided date above, all within inner circle with legend around. Note: mintmark at 12 o'clock.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1578 6 Pence - Elizabeth I 5th issue worth?
No verified sale of the 1578 6 Pence - Elizabeth I 5th issue has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £3.72 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1578 6 Pence - Elizabeth I 5th issue?
Check the weight 3g and diameter 25mm and the metal (92.1% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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