Elizabeth 1. Sixpence. 1562 #sherborne Minerva standing holding spear

Minerva standing holding spear

some minor hairline scratches to otherwise brilliant and glossy surfaces

good extremely fine

India and Burma before returning home in 1908

Obv in high relief

Elizabeth 1. Sixpence. 1562 #sherborne Minerva standing holding spearElizabeth 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.