1834 Sixpence – William IV
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The 1834 silver sixpence of King William IV was minted at the Royal Mint in London. As the size of the 1834 sixpence was about that of the half-sovereign, to prevent confusion the 1834 half-sovereign was reduced in diameter from 19.4mm to 17.9mm, although the weight remained the same.
Sixpence
1834 Sixpence – William IV
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The 1834 silver sixpence of King William IV was minted at the Royal Mint in London. As the size of the 1834 sixpence was about that of the half-sovereign, to prevent confusion the 1834 half-sovereign was reduced in diameter from 19.4mm to 17.9mm, although the weight remained the same.
1723 Sixpence SSC – George I
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In 1722 the South Seas Company discovered silver during their travels. The silver was shipped back and in 1723 Crowns, Half Crowns, Shillings and Sixpences were minted using that silver and marked with "SSC".
2022 Sixpence – Christmas Silver
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Traditionally, one or more sixpences were added to the Christmas pudding mix and provided a special gift for whoever was lucky enough to find one in their portion!
1551 Sixpence – Edward VI
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Edward VI silver sixpence, struck between 1551 and 1553 at the Tower Mint, London. Third period, SCBC 2483.
1711 Sixpence – Anne (3619)
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Silver Sixpence of Queen Anne minted at the Royal Mint in London in 1711. SCBC 3619. Queen Anne minted many variations of sixpence, both before, and after, the Union with Scotland in 1707. Many contain words or mint marks.