1564 Elizabeth I Hammered Silver Sixpence - Pheon Mintmark
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Date: 1564 (boldly struck and clearly legible above the reverse shield).
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Mint Mark: Pheon (visible at the top of the reverse legend and obverse start point).
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Obverse: Crowned portrait of Elizabeth I facing left with Tudor rose behind head. Legend reads
ELIZABETH D G ANG FR ET HI REGINA. -
Reverse: Quartered Royal Shield of Arms over a long cross fourchée. Legend reads
POSVI DEV ADIVTOREM MEV(I have made God my helper).
Condition Notes:
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Obverse: Central portrait shows heavy wear/flattener consistent with circulation, though perimeter lettering from 8 o'clock through 2 o'clock remains readable.
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Reverse: Exceptionally sharp for the issue. The date
1564is full and strong, with clear detail across the shield quarters and cross arms.