Elizabeth 1. Sixpence. 1562 #sherborne Obverse: P SEPT GETA CAES

Obverse: P SEPT GETA CAES PONT

some minor hairline scratches to otherwise brilliant and glossy surfaces

India and Burma before returning home in 1908

Obv in high relief

Rev: Maltese cross Rev

Elizabeth 1. Sixpence. 1562 #sherborne Obverse: P SEPT GETA CAESElizabeth 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.