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These coins belong to the third issue of Elizabeth [I].
All of the smaller silver coins of this period were very similar, other than for the size.
A 1562 British coin smaller than a Sixpence (17.5mm) could have been a -
Threepence (14mm)
Halfgroat (Twopence)
Threehalfpence (Penny Halfpenny)(10.5-11.5mm)
Penny
Threefarthings
What else can I help you with?
What is half of a sixpence?
A Sixpence was a small predecimal British coin. Half a Sixpence was a Threepence, an even smaller predecimal British coin.
What is the value of a 1562 English Sixpence with the words copy url?
If it was genuine and in good condition, it might get up to £200 GBP. If it has the word copy actually on the coin, it is worthless.
A coin starting with 's'?
Sixpence
What was traditionally baked inside a Christmas pudding?
A silver coin is traditionally hidden in a Christmas pudding. It is taditionally a silver sixpence.
What is 'sixpence' in Dutch?
A sixpence is worth 0.25 GBP, so in Dutch that's 2.5 cent. There isn't really a word for a sixpence, as they never had that kind of coin. Also, the British sixpence coin was illiminated decades ago, so it no longer exists.
What replaced the sixpence?
The Sixpence is part of a redundant or obsolete currency. At the time of Britain's conversion to decimal currency, the sixpence converted to 2.5 New Pence for which there was no equivalent coin.
Is there a picture of a 1939 British Sixpence?
Pictures of a specific coin are difficult to come by. Usually you should be able to find one on eBay, but the picture is withdrawn after the coin is sold. The 1939 Sixpence is almost identical to the 1946 Sixpence shown in the link below.
How much is a 2007 British Sixpence coin worth with a crown?
Good luck if you have one, but the last British Sixpence was minted in 1967.
Why is a flat cap called a sixpence?
A flat cap is sometimes called a sixpence because it became popular among working-class men in the early 20th century who would commonly store a sixpence coin in the hat's lining for good luck. The term likely originated from this association with the coin.
How do you write sixpence?
Assuming you refer to the predecimal Sixpence, it was written as 6d. The lower case "d" is the symbol for Penny taken from the Roman coin the Denarius.
Is A Six Pence Coin A Dime?
No. Sixpence is a British Commonwealth coin and is worth six Pennies. A Dime is a US coin and worth 10 cents.
What is the value of a James VI silver Sixpence 1st Tower mintmark?
James VI of Scotland ascended the English throne as James (I). The "VI" on the coin behind the Kings head indicates the denomination of the coin at Sixpence. This coin is from the Second coinage of James I. An English 1612(?) silver Sixpence, circulated but still in good condition, might fetch anything from £50 to £225 GBP. A reputable coin dealer will be able to positively identify the coin give a more accurate valuation.
