The 1565 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 1565
Monarch/Ruler: Elizabeth I (1558-1603)
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Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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 | Elizabeth I 1562 Milled Sixpence £ 187.90 |
 | VERY RARE 1565 Elizabeth I Sixpence - The Poorton Hoard - Extra Large Bust 3E £ 63.10 |
 | ELIZABETH I (1558-1603) SILVER SIXPENCE. DATED 1575. £ 80.00 |
 | 1565 Elizabeth I Hammered Silver Sixpence, mm Pheon, with Rose, Tudor Period h16 £ 32.00 |
 | ELIZABETH I (1558-1603) SILVER SIXPENCE MILLED COINAGE DATED 1562. £ 595.00 |
 | GB Elizabeth I Sixpence Hammered 1565 £ 63.09 |
 | Stunning 1572 Elizabeth I Sixpence Ermine MM Bust 4B Hammered Silver Coin £ 140.00 |
 | 1697 William III Silver Sixpence Coin £ 31.90 |
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