1953 Sixpence Elizabeth II Proof (with 'BRITT:OMN')
Elizabeth II 1st portrait; with 'BRITT:OMN'
1953United KingdomProof
Part of Pre-decimal coins
1953 Sixpence Elizabeth II Proof (with 'BRITT:OMN') is a United Kingdom Sixpence coin struck in 1953 at the Royal Mint (Tower Hill). 40,000 were minted. It is rated 4/10 for rarity (uncommon). It is struck in copper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni), weighs 2.83 g and measures 19.3 mm across.
Physical Properties
Composition:Copper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni)
Weight:2.83g
Shape:Round
Diameter:19.3mm
Thickness:1mm
Currency:Pound sterling (1158-1971)
Mint:Royal Mint (Tower Hill)
Features & Details
RoundCopper-nickel (75% Cu, 25% Ni)
Is the 1953 Sixpence (Elizabeth II) rare?
Its proof mintage of 40,000 is the 14th lowest of 15 proof Sixpence coins in the catalogue.
Versions of the 1953 Elizabeth II Sixpence
| Version | Finish | Variety | Mintage | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 Sixpence Elizabeth II (with 'BRITT:OMN') | Circulation | with 'BRITT:OMN' | 70,323,800 | £0.43Numista catalogue, Very Fine |
| 1953 Sixpence Elizabeth II BU (with 'BRITT:OMN') | BU | with 'BRITT:OMN', Business strike set issue | 1,300,000 | — |
| 1953 Sixpence Elizabeth II Proof (with 'BRITT:OMN') (this page) | Proof | with 'BRITT:OMN' | 40,000 | — |
| 1953 Sixpence Elizabeth II Proof (with 'BRITT:OMN') | Proof | with 'BRITT:OMN' | 4 | — |
Elizabeth II Sixpence by year
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