The 1605 Sixpence - James I, Second CoinageSilver 1605 sixpence of King James I, minted in the Tower Mint in London. Probably the Fifth Bust of James I (SCBC 2658) but may be Fourth Bust (SCBC 2657). The difference is decided by mint marks and maybe subtle variations to the beard and hair, but in a James I coin of this condition it can be difficult to be certain. Even so, a coin in a worn condition like this can command several hundred pounds.
The Obverse of the 1605 sixpence shows the crowned bust of James I facing right. 'VI' is a mark of value (six pence). Mint mark can be a variety of symbols. Legend "IACOBVS D G MAG BRIT FRA ET HIB REX". Note the Latin spelling of James on the coin is IACOBVS.
Edge is plain.
The Reverse of the 1605 sixpence is a square topped quartered shield with the combined arms of England and France in quarters 1 and 4; Scotland in 2, and Ireland in 3. Date above. All contained in a beaded inner circle with legend around "QVAE DEVS CONIVXIT NEMO SEPARAT", meaning What God has joined together let no man put asunder, referring to the union of England and Scotland.Image credit: The Royal Mint
Mintage: Not known
Minted at The Royal Mint
Minted in 1605. See Coins and Events of 1605
Monarch/Ruler: James I (1603-1625)
Category: Sixpences. See more Sixpences coins
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Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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 | JAMES I SIXPENCE 1603 - THISTLE £ 100.00 |
 | James I Silver Sixpence 16046p - hammered - 1/4 rotation obverse £ 89.99 |
 | James l sixpence 1607 £ 177.50 |
 | James l Sixpence 1605 £ 239.90 |
 | A774 - James I Silver Hammered Sixpence. 1623-24 Lis Mintmark, Third Coinage £ 275.00 |
 | James VI of Scotland (James I of England/Ireland) 1603 Hammered Silver Sixpence £ 83.90 |
 | King James I English Hammered Sixpence Coin 1604 Fair Condition Antique £ 225.00 |
 | 1696 Sixpence - William III British Silver Coin £ 25.13 |
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