England · Anne (1702–1714)
Sixpence d’Angleterre — Anne, avant l’Union (1703–1707)
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About this coin
Shield style and bullion emblems distinguish the sixpence variants before the Union.
Obverse
Anne’s draped portrait faces left.
Script: Latin
Lettering
ANNA DEI GRATIA
Translation
Anne, by the grace of God.
Reverse
Four crowned shields surround the Garter star; the date is divided above.
Script: Latin
Lettering
MAG BR FRA ET HIB REG
Translation
Queen of Great Britain, France and Ireland.
Mints and mintmarks
Royal Mint at the Tower of London.
Engraver and mintmaster marks
Bullion marks as listed.
Identification and varieties
Bullion emblems identify the silver used, rather than a provincial mint. Dates and emblem combinations are listed only where recorded.
Measurements
Approximate standard; surviving specimens vary.
Years, mintmarks and variants
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| Year | Mint | Mintmark | Variant | Mintage | Notes | Find this issue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1703 | London (Tower) | VIGO below bust | Early shields | |||
| 1705 | London (Tower) | None | Early shields | |||
| 1705 | London (Tower) | Plumes in angles | Early shields | |||
| 1705 | London (Tower) | Plumes in angles | Late shields | |||
| 1705 | London (Tower) | Roses and plumes | Late shields | |||
| 1707 | London (Tower) | Roses and plumes | Late shields |