Sixpence (Tanner)

The Sixpence (6d) or Tanner as it is also known was first minted in 1551 during the reign of Edward VI and was last struck for everyday usage in 1967. It measures 19.3 mm and the coins minted before 1920 contain 92.5% of silver. After this date, from 1920 to 1946, they were minted with 50% silver. The most recent Tanner (1947-1967) was struck in cupronickel. In its day, it was one of the most well-liked coins. So well-liked in fact, that it was still legal tender until well after the decimalisation came into effect. The 6 Pence represented six pennies and many consider it to be a lucky coin...

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  • Pre-Decimal Denomination: Sixpence (Tanner)
  • Monarch: William III 1694 - 1702 or George IV 1820 - 1830 or Victoria 1837 - 1901 or Edward VII 1901 - 1910 or Elizabeth II 1952 - 2022
Picture of Edward VII, Sixpence (Silver) Very Good

Edward VII, Sixpence (Silver) Very Good

Edward VII Silver Sixpence. Very Good. They struck coins for King Edward VII from 1902 until 1910, a rather short reign. But then again he had to wait for Queen Victoria to pass away and she lived quite a long time. All of his silver coins are struck in Sterling Silver and the most difficult denomination to get is the Sixpence.
£14.50
1910 Sixpence Unc_obv

Edward VII, Sixpence 1910 Unc

Uncirclated last date of issue, Uncirculated
£100.00
Picture of Elizabeth II, Sixpence 1956 Unc

Elizabeth II, Sixpence 1956 Unc

Anice example of a pre-decimal Elizabeth II Sixpence in Uncirculated condition. The Sixpence was the only coin that did not have a decimal equivalent that was allowed to still be used when decimal coins came in. That was because it was the price of a phone call in a call box and decimal coins were causing too many problems at that time.
£6.95
1964 Sixpence Unc

Elizabeth II, Sixpence 1964 Unc

The pre-decimal coinage of Queen Elizabeth II dated 1964 has always been difficult to get. Here we offer the 1964 Sixpence Unc. Supplies are limited in for a number of coins.
£3.95
Picture of Elizabeth II, Sixpence 1967 Brilliant Unc

Elizabeth II, Sixpence 1967 Brilliant Unc

Elizabeth II (1952- ), Sixpence, 1967. Brilliant Uncirculated.
£2.00
1970 Sixpence Proof_obv

Elizabeth II, Sixpence 1970 Proof

1970 Proof Sixpence. Not Struck for circulation.
£9.00
George IV_1821_Sixpence_Laureate_Head_1st_reverse_Choice_Unc_obv

George IV, Sixpence (Laureate Head 1st reverse) 1821 Choice Unc

With an attractive steel grey and blue tone. Catalogues £450 in Unc.
£350.00
George IV, Sixpence (Laureate Head, Second Shield) 1825 Good Extremely Fine_obv

George IV, Sixpence (Laureate Head, Second Shield) 1825 Good Extremely Fine

with an appealing tone.
£225.00
George IV 1829 Sixpence Nearly Extremely Fine_obv

George IV, Sixpence 1829 Nearly Extremely Fine

£145.00
Victoria_Sixpence_Choice Uncirculated_obv

Victoria, Sixpence (Jubilee Head) 1887 Choice Unc

In 1887 Queen Victoria allowed the Royal Mint to change her portrait on the coinage. After all, it was her Jubilee Year and they had used her Young Head portrait since 1838. The new coins came into being, along with a new denomination, the Double Florin in 1887. We have a nice little lot of the silver Shield Sixpence coins in rather choice condition. They would look great in your collection.
£75.00
Picture of Victoria, Sixpence (Jubilee Head) 1887 Choice Unc

Victoria, Sixpence (Jubilee Head) 1887 Choice Unc

In 1887 Queen Victoria celebrated her Golden Jubilee 1837-1887, so for the first time in 50 years she allowed the design of the coinage to be changed. The Sixpence had a shield on the reverse, which didn’t work at all. Crooks were gold plating them and passing them off as Half Sovereigns. So later in the year they changed the reverse and added a value within the wreath. We have a nice group of choice examples of both types of Jubilee Sixpences with the wreath reverse and the shield reverse. The coins are in Choice Uncirculated condition and are getting more and more difficult to find.
£75.00
Victoria_1888_Jubilee_Head_Sixpence_Brilliant_Unc_obv

Victoria, Sixpence (Jubilee Head) 1888 Brilliant Unc

And a better date.
£85.00
Victoria, 1889 Jubilee Head Sixpence Choice Unc_obv

Victoria, Sixpence (Jubilee Head) 1889 Choice Unc

With wonderful underlying brilliance.
£125.00
Victoria_Jubilee Head_Sixpence_VG_obv

Victoria, Sixpence (Jubilee Head) VG

Jubilee Head Sixpence Very Good
£10.95
Picture of Victoria, Sixpence (Jubilee Head/Wreath) 1887 Gem Unc

Victoria, Sixpence (Jubilee Head/Wreath) 1887 Gem Unc

Queen Victoria came to the throne in 1837 and in 1838 they issued her first coinage. Because she was so young when she became Queen, this new coinage became known as Young Head Coins. In 1887 when she celebrated her Gold Jubilee, she finally allowed her portrait to be changed on the coins, this new portrait became known as the Jubilee Head Coinage. It only lasted from 1887 until 1892 when it was again changed. We have spent years accumulating enough 1887 Jubilee Head coins in high grades to offer them to you. All are struck in Sterling Silver and all are dated 1887 the first year of this new coinage. For years collectors have assumed that these coins are common. But in fact, in the higher grades these coins have become very difficult to find. Prices while they have risen are still very affordable, especially when you think that they are 131 years old. On offer here is a Victoria 1887 sixpence featuring wreath in gem uncirculated grade.
£75.00
1893 Old Head Sixpence Gem Unc_obv

Victoria, Sixpence (Old Head) 1893 Gem Unc

Gem Uncirculated wonderful toning
£150.00
 1897 Old Head Sixpence Chouce Unc_obv

Victoria, Sixpence (Old Head) 1897 Choice Unc

Choice Uncirculated
£110.00
Victoria, Sixpence (Old Head) 1901 Brilliant Unc_obv

Victoria, Sixpence (Old Head) 1901 Brilliant Unc

£95.00
Victoria_1901_Old_Head_Sixpence_Choice_Unc_obv

Victoria, Sixpence (Old Head) 1901 Choice Unc

With most brilliance, very nice.
£100.00
Victoria Old Head Sixpence_obv

Victoria, Sixpence (Old Head) Unc

In our opinion, the Old Head or Widow Head but of Queen Victoria is the most underappreciated of the three different busts made during her reign. Here we offer the Old Head Sixpence in Uncirculated conditon. Dates will be of our choice.
£95.00
Victoria, Sixpence (Old Head) Very Good_obv

Victoria, Sixpence (Old Head) Very Good

In 1893 a new portrait of Queen Victoria was used on the coins. Officially it was the Widow Head Type, unofficially it was known as the Old Head coinage. We think that after over 60 years on the Throne, Old Head is much more of an appropriate term to use. For some reason, one that we just don’t know, the sixpence is the most difficult coin to obtain. Maybe because it was one of the smallest values and actually was used in day-to-day transactions, maybe something else. All we know is the Queen Victoria Old Head Sixpence is not an easy coin to find. The coins on offer are struck in Sterling Silver and are in Very Good condition. They will date from 1893-to 1901. The more you order, the more different dates we will try to give you but remember these coins are not easy to find.
£19.95
 Victoria_Old_Head_Sixpence_Obv

Victoria, Sixpence (Old Head) VG

In our opinion, the Old Head or Widow Head but of Queen Victoria is the most underappreciated of the three different busts made during her reign. Here we offer the Old Head Sixpence in VG. Dates will be of our choice.
£15.95
Victoria_Young_Head_Sixpence_Very_Good_Obv

Victoria, Sixpence (Young Head) Very Good

In the whole Young Head series of Queen Victorian coins, the one that we have the most difficulty in getting is the Sixpence. It was struck for years and years (1838-1887), but for some reason, this is one type coin that always seems to be missing. We have a small group of these Sterling Silver Sixpences, dates will be of our choice, but the more coins you order, the more different dates we will try and give you. They are available in Very Good.
£18.95
William III, Sixpence Very Good_obv

William III, Sixpence Very Good

William III was a Dutchman who married Mary and they ruled as William and Mary. When she died he continued ruling as King William III from 1694-1702. We offer Sterling Silver sixpences of King William III. Because during his reign there was ‘The Great Re-Coinage’ there many different varieties to collect. Dates will be of our choice but all these silver sixpences will be over 300 years old and in Very Good condition. Supplies are very limited and well worth having.
£85.00

Why is a 6 Pence Lucky?

People used to be very superstitious back in the old days of the middle ages. Then, it was customary for the Lord of the Manor to give a piece of silver as a wedding gift to his bride. The 6 Pence, which was minted in the late middle ages in silver, came to be the piece of silver used as a good luck charm at weddings. In more recent times, it became a tradition for Brides to wear the coin in one shoe.

Sixpence for Sale

We currently offer 6ds in different grades from the reigns of several British Monarchs. If you wish to start a collection of British Coins, and the 6d is your chosen denomination, a good place to start is the Complete Date Set of Sixpences of Queen Elizabeth II. This set includes all the scarce and rare dates – from 1953, the year of the Coronation of the Queen, until 1967 when they ceased to strike them. We update our site regularly with new items. The best way to ensure you don’t miss out on our new stock is to subscribe to our newsletter.