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1. • • The sixpence was demonetized and replaced by decimal currency in 1980 and the shilling in 1990.
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     The Sixpence and the Shilling: Coins, History, and Traditions

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   What is a sixpence coin called?

   • Coin Names and Their Nicknames: The Sixpence First issued during the mid sixteenth century, the sixpence had a value of 2.5p following decimalisation (1971) and could be used until 1980 when it was finally demonetised. Commonly called the ‘tanner,’ it is included in our range of UK coins with popular nicknames. The ‘Tanner’

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   How much is a Sixpence worth?

   • Following decimalisation, the old sixpence had a value of 21⁄2 new pence (£0.025). In 2016, new decimal sixpences (face value £0.06) began being minted by the Royal Mint as commemorative issues; these coins have been produced for each year since then, and are minted in sterling silver.

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   Why are sixpence coins so popular?

   • Firstly, sixpence coins boast of rich heritage, going back to King Edward VI’s reign in the 16th century. Consequently, they’ve become intriguing collectibles, drawing in numismatists from across the globe. Plus, the tradition of including a sixpence coin in a British Christmas pudding has added to its cultural significance.

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   What does a sixpence coin look like?

   • 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. The sixpence coins of the Victorian era were minted in silver, resulting in them being more valuable than the later versions of the sixpence.

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   When did the sixpence become a currency?

   • 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 Remaining a key part of the UK’s currency system until Decimal Day, the coin was finally withdrawn from circulation in 1980.

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   When was the first 6 pence coin minted?

   • Origins and Introduction: The first sixpences were minted in 1551, during the reign of Edward VI. They emerged due to the debasement of silver coinage in the 1540s, particularly the silver testoon, which fell in value from 12 pence to 6 pence. The decision was made to introduce a new coin with the express denomination of six pence.

   How much is the Sixpence worth today? A brief overview

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   The Royal Mint undertook a massive recoinage programme in 1816, with large quantities of gold and silver coin being minted. Previous issues of silver coinage had been irregular, and the previous issue, minted in 1787, had done little to alleviate the chronic shortage of silver coinage in general circulation. [4]

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   Feb 20, 2024 · The obverse features a young portrait of Queen Victoria with ribbons in her hair. The reverse displays the words “SIX PENCE” beneath a royal crown, surrounded by an oak wreath tied with a bow. Estimated value is between £20 and £75 depending on the condition. Jubilee Victoria Sixpence (1887-1893): Design.

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   Nov 9, 2016 · In this post, we will focus on the rarest sixpence coins. The Appeal of Sixpence Coins. Firstly, sixpence coins boast of rich heritage, going back to King Edward VI’s reign in the 16th century. Consequently, they’ve become intriguing collectibles, drawing in numismatists from across the globe. Plus, the tradition of including a sixpence ...

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   Introduced in 1551 during the reign of Edward VI, the sixpence was a mainstay of national coinage for more than 400 years until it was demonetised in 1980. Despite disappearing from circulation, it remains part of many long-standing traditions that are said to bring good luck.

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   Bender – A sixpence was known as a bender because due to its silver content it could be bent in the hands. This was commonly done to create ‘love tokens’, many of which survive in collections to this day. The value of a sixpence was also enough to get thoroughly inebriated as taverns would often allow you to drink all day for tuppence.

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   A sixpence was also known as a bender because back when it was a thin silver coin, it could literally be bent out of shape; this was sometimes done with amorous intent as these misshapen coins were commonly exchanged as ‘love tokens’.

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   This means in today’s money a sixpence would be worth 1/40 of a pound sterling, or 2.5 new pence. Most sixpences are worth more than this simply due to their collectability, and in this article, we will dive into some of the rarest sixpences of the 20th century.