6 Pence - Elizabeth I Milled issue, large bust, small rose

€113,355.00
IssuerEngland
Year1562
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value6 Pence (1⁄40)
CurrencyPound sterling (1158-1970)
CompositionSilver (.925)
Weight3.1 g
Dimensions26 mm
Thickness0.68 mm
Shape and TechniqueRound
Milled
OrientationCoin alignment ↑↓
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Sp#2596, North#2027
Obverse descriptionLarge broad crowned bust left, elaborately decorated dress, small rose behind head
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse lettering* ELIZABETH·D·G·ANG·FRA·ET·HIB·REGINA
(Translation: Elizabeth by the Grace of God Queen of England France and Ireland)
Reverse descriptionSquare topped quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée, divided date above
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse lettering* POSVI DEVM·AD IVTORE M·MEVM · 15 62 ·
(Translation: I have made God my helper)
Edge
Mint
Mintage1562  - -
Catalog ID8517596160
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