Coins for collectors - Circulated British 1961 Sixpence / Six pence 6p Coin / Great Britain

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It was a popular coin when in circulation and is now popular with collectors as it has a long history and many nice specimens can be obtained at affordable prices. The Sixpence coin was often referred to as a ‘Tanner’. William Henry James Blakemore (1871, in West Midlands Birmingham, England – 1945) was an English engraver, and medallist at the Royal Mint London. During his long career with the Royal Mint William Blakemore was the craftsman for the engraving of master dies for the Royal Mint London, and other Royal Mint branches, like the Royal Canadian Mint. He also engraved the designs for the first Australian coins of 1910.William Henry James Blakemore (1871-1945) was an English engraver and medallist at the Royal Mint London. Our studio is based in the heart of Leicestershire which overlooks stunning views of the rolling countryside. Our dedicated staff takes great pride in the passion we have for our business and our products. We hope you and your loved ones enjoy our gifts as much as we enjoy creating them.

Rev C F of FID between beads, D of FID between beads, I of FID between beads, I of SIX to right of bead;We’ve been making personalised, beautifully designed jewellery for both him and her for over 10 years. We like to design innovative products, which can be treasured by your loved ones for years to come. With every gift handcrafted using high-quality materials, you can guarantee each gift will be unique and bespoke to you. Each product is presented in a luxury gift bag or luxury gift box and comes with a 12 month warranty. The first sixpence to be minted under her reign was the ‘Young Head Victoria’ sixpence which featured her portrait as a young woman on the obverse with ribbons tied in her hair.

Outstanding quality coin keyrings made from genuine, highly polished Sixpences minted in 1961. Whether the recipient of your gift was born or married in 1961 and you are shopping for a 62nd birthday or anniversary gift, or it was a very special year for another reason, these keyrings make a very thoughtful and personalised gift. Mum, Wife, Girlfriend, Daughters, Sisters, Grandmas, Granddaughters, Nieces, Aunties, Step-Mum, Bride and Bridesmaids and of course friends. For anniversaries, the coins used were minted in the same year as their vowels were exchanged in 1961, the coins have stood the test of time just like any loving marriage. In Memory Jewellery Are you or your partner, friend or relative celebrating 60 years of marriage? Show them how much you love them with these personalised keyrings which make a wonderful Wedding Anniversary gift. Maybe a keyring each would make a fitting 62nd anniversary gift for a special couple?As with many traditions in recent times, fewer and fewer people are aware of it which was not helped by the sixpence being removed from circulation. The Elizabeth II sixpence continued to be minted until 1967, prior to the decimalisation of the UK’s currency system in 1971. It remained legal tender and in circulation with the value of 2.5 pence until 1980 when it was officially withdrawn. The mintage for this year was around 1 million, which isn’t particularly small but it is still interesting to come across these coins in the UK given their circulating origin.

Are you looking for 62nd birthday ideas? Or maybe an anniversary present? We’ve got the perfect keepsake gift for you… Despite being taken out of circulation after the decimalisation of the UK’s currency system, the sixpence is still commonly used in British culture for various celebrations. The most well-known of which is during weddings. Dad, Husband, Boyfriend, Sons, Brothers, Grandads, Grandsons, Nephews, Uncles, Step-Father, Groom and Groomsmen. The sixpence coins of the Victorian era were minted in silver, resulting in them being more valuable than the later versions of the sixpence. That being said, there is a lot of variation in the selling price of this version of the coin and it is highly dependent on its date and quality. Cecil Walter Thomas, OBE, FRBS, was a British sculptor and medallist. As a sculptor, he created many private memorials for display in churches and cemeteries and as a medallist was regularly commissioned by the Royal Mint.During its time, the coin was worth the equivalent of six pennies, but how much is a sixpence worth today? Before decimalisation, there were 20 shillings to the pound and 12 pennies to the shilling. This means in today’s money a sixpence would be worth 1/40 of a pound sterling, or 2.5 new pence. These keyrings have been skilfully handmade from vintage 1961 Sixpence coins perfect for a 62nd birthday gift for him, 62nd birthday gift for her or a 62nd Anniversary gift. Silver Sixpences (half a shilling) have been minted since 1551, in the reign of Edward VI, and were minted by every British Monarch since then. The sixpence originally appeared due to the debasement of silver coinage prior to 1551. They are also a sentimental gift which are often given as personalised wedding favours. Why gift Coin Keyrings?