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)
Category: Sixpences. See more Sixpences coins
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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 | VERY RARE 1565 Elizabeth I Sixpence - The Poorton Hoard - Extra Large Bust 3E £ 63.10 |
 | 1565 Elizabeth I hammered silver sixpence. Pheon. Bust 3E. s.2561b. Very rare. £ 156.70 |
 | ELIZABETH I (1558-1603) SILVER SIXPENCE. DATED 1567. £ 45.00 |
 | GB Elizabeth I Sixpence Hammered 1565 £ 63.09 |
 | 1568/7 Elizabeth I Milled Silver Sixpence Coin mm Lis £ 705.40 |
 | 1562 Milled Sixpence - Elizabeth I British Silver Coin £ 190.00 |
 | Stunning 1572 Elizabeth I Sixpence Ermine MM Bust 4B Hammered Silver Coin £ 160.00 |
 | 1567 Elizabeth I Silver Threepence Coin mm Coronet slight curl to flan at edge £ 291.90 |
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