Elizabeth 1. Sixpence. 1562 #sherborne Chocolate brown tone and EF

Chocolate brown tone and EF for type

some minor hairline scratches to otherwise brilliant and glossy surfaces

Obv in high relief

This example is new to the market

Obverse: P SEPT GETA CAES PONT

Elizabeth 1. Sixpence. 1562 #sherborne Chocolate brown tone and EFElizabeth I (1558 1603), Mestrelle's Milled Issue, Sixpence, 1562, Tower [Upper House], Obv. broad crowned bust left, elaborate bodice, small rose behind, Rev. square topped shield over long cross fourche, 2. 95g [45. 53grns], 7h, m. m. star (North 2027; S. 2596). Light wear to portrait, otherwise evenly struck, deeply and attractively toned, further accentuated by lustre and bluish gold flare in recesses, Good very fine and a lovely coin.