Coins for collectors - Circulated British 1962 Sixpence / Six pence 6p Coin / Great Britain

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The Elizabeth II sixpence continued to be minted until 1967, prior to the decimalisation of the UK’s currency system in 1971. It remained legal tender and in circulation with the value of 2.5 pence until 1980 when it was officially withdrawn.

Obv 3 2nd A of GRATIA between beads, I of REGINA between beads, 92 large beads close to rim, no incuse eyebrow line;The first sixpence to be minted under her reign was the ‘Young Head Victoria’ sixpence which featured her portrait as a young woman on the obverse with ribbons tied in her hair. Mum, Wife, Girlfriend, Daughters, Sisters, Grandmas, Granddaughters, Nieces, Aunties, Step-Mum, Bride and Bridesmaids. Outstanding quality coin keyrings made from genuine, highly polished Irish Sixpences minted in 1962. Whether the recipient of your gift was born or married in 1962 and you are shopping for a 61st birthday or anniversary gift, or it was a very special year for another reason, these keyrings make a very thoughtful and personalised gift.

Our studio is based in the heart of Leicestershire which overlooks stunning views of the rolling countryside. Our dedicated staff takes great pride in the passion we have for our business and our products. We hope you and your loved ones enjoy our gifts as much as we enjoy creating them. It was a popular coin when in circulation and is now popular with collectors as it has a long history and many nice specimens can be obtained at affordable prices. The Sixpence coin was often referred to as a ‘Tanner’.Sixpences were originally supposed to be demonetized upon decimalization in 1971. However, due to public outcry, they remained legal tender until 1980. Silver Sixpences (half a shilling) have been minted since 1551, in the reign of Edward VI, and were minted by every British Monarch since then. The sixpence originally appeared due to the debasement of silver coinage prior to 1551. Coin keyrings make unique ‘born in 1962 gifts’ or ‘married in 1962 gifts’. 1962 61st Birthday Gifts In the Great Recoinage of 1816 the British Government made a massive attempt to stabilise the currency and the sixpence (with other silver coins) moved to a new standard – Sterling Silver, at 0.925 (92.5%) silver.

Dad, Husband, Boyfriend, Sons, Brothers, Grandads, Grandsons, Nephews, Uncles, Step-Father, Groom, Groomsmen and of course friends. William Henry James Blakemore (1871, in West Midlands Birmingham, England – 1945) was an English engraver, and medallist at the Royal Mint London. During his long career with the Royal Mint William Blakemore was the craftsman for the engraving of master dies for the Royal Mint London, and other Royal Mint branches, like the Royal Canadian Mint. He also engraved the designs for the first Australian coins of 1910.William Henry James Blakemore (1871-1945) was an English engraver and medallist at the Royal Mint London. Are you or your partner, friend or relative celebrating 60 years of marriage? Show them how much you love them with these personalised keyrings which make a wonderful Diamond Wedding Anniversary gift. Maybe a keyring each would make a fitting 61st anniversary gift for a special couple? The reverse design was relatively simple, with the words ‘SIX PENCE’ in the centre beneath a royal crown. The design is framed by an oak wreath that is tied at the bottom with a bow, the date of the coin sits at the very bottom of the coin’s reverse design. Obv 4 2nd A of GRATIA at a bead, I of REGINA to a bead, 95 small beads further from rim, incue line for eyebrow;During its time, the coin was worth the equivalent of six pennies, but how much is a sixpence worth today? Before decimalisation, there were 20 shillings to the pound and 12 pennies to the shilling. This means in today’s money a sixpence would be worth 1/40 of a pound sterling, or 2.5 new pence. Sixpence – Queen Elizabeth II was a British silver coin that was first minted 1551 and virtually continuously until decimalisation in 1971. They are small coins, the last minted had a diameter of about 19.4 mm. Rev C F of FID between beads, D of FID between beads, I of FID between beads, I of SIX to right of bead; The sixpence was first used by the British Empire in 1551 and has undergone several changes over the years. Remaining a key part of the UK’s currency system until Decimal Day, the coin was finally withdrawn from circulation in 1980. Despite this, the sixpence continues to play a part in British tradition and is involved in weddings and Christmases to this day.

The Queen Elizabeth II series of pre-decimal coins have been issued in Sherwood Sets of all six denominations. The sixpence coins of the Victorian era were minted in silver, resulting in them being more valuable than the later versions of the sixpence. That being said, there is a lot of variation in the selling price of this version of the coin and it is highly dependent on its date and quality. Are you looking for 61st birthday ideas? Or maybe an anniversary present? We’ve got the perfect keepsake gift for you…For anniversaries, the coins used were minted in the same year as their vowels were exchanged in 1962, the coins have stood the test of time just like any loving marriage. In Memory Jewellery Values in the table above are expressed in GBP. They are based on evaluations by Numista users and sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only; they are not intended to be relied upon for buying, selling or exchanging. Numista does not buy or sell coins or banknotes. Mum, Wife, Girlfriend, Daughters, Sisters, Grandmas, Granddaughters, Nieces, Aunties, Step-Mum, Bride and Bridesmaids and of course friends. Percy Metcalfe, CVO, RDI, was an English artist sculptor and designer. He is recognised mostly for his coin designs and his contribution to the Ashtead Pottery Collection. Dad, Husband, Boyfriend, Sons, Brothers, Grandads, Grandsons, Nephews, Uncles, Step-Father, Groom and Groomsmen.