The value of a British sixpence coin can vary significantly depending on several factors, primarily its age, condition, and rarity.
- Age and Silver Content:
– Sixpence coins minted before 1920 are made of sterling silver (92.5% silver).
– Those minted between 1920 and 1946 contain 50% silver.
– Coins minted after 1947 are made of cupronickel (copper-nickel alloy) and contain no silver.
– The silver content significantly contributes to the coin’s intrinsic value, making older silver sixpences potentially more valuable than their face value.
- Condition: The condition of a coin (e.g., circulated, uncirculated) impacts its value.
- Rarity: Some years of sixpences are rarer than others. For example, the 1952 sixpence is particularly scarce because only a small batch was issued for Jamaica before King George VI’s death.
- Historical Significance: Sixpences have cultural importance beyond their monetary value, featuring in traditions like weddings and Christmas.
- Unworn sixpence dated prior to 1920: Bullion value of about £1.07 or US$1.51 (based on a silver bullion price of $17.90 per ounce as of June 11, 2021).
- Sixpence from 1920 to 1946: Bullion value of £0.58 or US$0.81 (based on silver bullion price mentioned above).
- Common circulated sixpences from later dates: May be worth little more than their face value (2.5 new pence, or £0.025, after decimalization).
- Rare or collectible sixpences: Can fetch significantly higher prices, potentially reaching hundreds or even thousands of dollars depending on the specific coin and its condition.
- Queen Elizabeth II 1967 Sixpence (uncirculated): around $1.39 USD.
- Great Britain 6 Pence 1963 Elizabeth II: $10.40 USD on eBay.
- 1928-1936 Great Britain Silver 6 Pence George V: Around $17.52 USD.
- 1948 Sixpence (rare): $1200 USD on eBay.
- Rare 1957 Elizabeth Six Pence: $375 USD on eBay.
- Scarce King George I silver Sixpence circa 1720/17: Around $199.82 USD.
Silver prices and exchange rates fluctuate, so bullion values can change. It is recommended to check specialized coin catalogs or consult with a reputable coin dealer for the most accurate current valuations.
What year is a rare sixpence?
I can help with that. 1952 Sixpence Coins
The scarce 1952 silver sixpence coins are prized collectors items. King George VI, who was Queen Elizabeth’s father died in February of 1952. Queen Elizabeth assumed the throne later that year.
How much money is a six pence?
From my experience, The sixpence (6d; /ˈsɪkspəns/), sometimes known as a tanner or half-shilling was a British coin. It was worth 6 pennies, 2 1 ⁄ 2 new pence or 1/40 pounds sterling.
What is a 1964 sixpence worth today?
So a 1964 Sixpence – Queen Eliabeth II is 6 (old) pennies or half a shilling. One fortieth of a pound. In today’s money it would be worth 2½ pence.
What makes a sixpence rare?
Due to their collectability and historical significance, many sixpence coins are worth much more than their 2.5 pence face value. In fact, the rarest sixpence coins are believed to be those struck in 1952, as only a small batch was issued prior to the death of King George VI and were sent to Jamaica.