Edward VI (1547-1553), Sixpence, Fine silver issue, mm y, 1551:
Obv: (y)EDWARD VI D G AGL FRA Z HIB REX facing three quarters bust of Edward, rose to left, value mark VI to right.
Rev: POSVI DEV:AD IVTORE: MEV:(y) quartered royal arms over long cross fourchée,
Straightened love token, otherwise VF.
Weight: 3.1 grams. Diameter: 27mm.

This is the very first issue of the silver sixpence, soon to become one of the most popular denominations. Sixpences were struck during most reigns and last produced for circulation in 1967.

Sold May 2013