The 1564 Sixpence - Elizabeth ISilver sixpence of Elizabeth I. Third or Fourth issue. The are many variations of this coin, mainly around the size and design of the head. This is hammered coinage although milled coinage also existed during this period. The design was used 1558-1577.
The Obverse shows a portrait of Queen Elizabeth I, facing left. The rose behind was added to differentiate the coin from the shilling. Legend translates to "Elizabeth, by the grace of God, Queen of England France and Ireland".
The Reverse shows a long cross fourchée (each arm is forked at the end), over a quartered shield with date above. The legend around translates to "I have made God my helper".Image credit: The Royal Mint
Mintage: Not known
Minted at The Royal Mint
Minted in 1564
Monarch/Ruler: Elizabeth I (1558-1603)
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Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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 | Elizabeth I. Two Of The Rarest Sixpences. XL Bust 3E. 1564 & 1565. s.2561B. £ 78.70 |
 | Nice Queen Elizabeth I Silver Sixpence. mm Pheon. dated 1564 £ 45.00 |
 | Elizabeth I Silver Sixpence 1564 Pheon mintmark S.2561B F-VF £ 309.00 |
 | 1757 Sixpence - George II British Silver Coin - Nice £ 36.00 |
 | Elizabeth 1st 1562 Sixpence £ 771.70 |
 | 1758 Sixpence - King George II £ 24.62 |
 | 1564 Elizabeth I Milled Sixpence, mm. star, pellet borders, S 2598 £ 860.21 |
 | 1697 William III Silver Sixpence Coin-Fair Condition-Collectable Coin £ 73.50 |
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