England 6 Pence - James I, 1603

1st issue; 1st bust

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country England England
Currency Pound sterling (1158 – 1970)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination 6 Pence
Year 1603
Ruler James I (1603–1625)
Composition Silver
Shape Round
Weight (g) 2.83
Diameter (mm) 26.5
Demonetized Yes

Description

6 Pence from England. Issued in 1603. Struck in Silver. Measures 26.5 mm and weighs 2.83 g.

Obverse
First crowned bust of King James I right with denomination behind, all within inner beaded circle and legend around (James by the Grace of God King of England Scotland France and Ireland)
Reverse
Quartered shield of arms below date, legend around (Let God arise and His enemies be scattered)

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage f Comment Frequency
1603  € 85,00 mm. Thistle (125)

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