6 Pence - Elizabeth I 6th issue 2nd type (1582–1589)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1582–1589 |
| Denomination | 6 Pence |
| Face value | 2.5p |
| Mint | Royal Mint · Llantrisant |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (925/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 2.960g · 0.0880 t oz |
| Diameter | 26.0mm |
| Thickness | 0.80mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 2578A |
Sixth crowned and robed bust of Queen Elizabeth I left, rose behind head to right, legend around.
ELIZAB’ · D’ · G’ · ANG’ · FR’ · ET : HIB’ · REGI
Quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée, divided date above, legend around.
POSVI DEV’ · ADIVTOREM · MEV 1585
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The 1582 6 Pence - Elizabeth I 6th issue – 2nd type is a circulating 6 pence coin issued from 1582 to 1589, struck in 92.5% silver. It weighs 2.96g and measures 26mm across. Reverse design: Quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée, divided date above, legend around.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1582 6 Pence - Elizabeth I 6th issue – 2nd type worth?
No verified sale of the 1582 6 Pence - Elizabeth I 6th issue – 2nd type has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £3.69 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1582 6 Pence - Elizabeth I 6th issue – 2nd type?
Check the weight 2.96g and diameter 26mm and the metal (92.5% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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