1970 Sixpence Elizabeth II Proof (without 'BRITT:OMN') – reverse

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1970 Sixpence Elizabeth II Proof (without 'BRITT:OMN')

Elizabeth II 1st portrait; without 'BRITT:OMN'

1970United KingdomProof

Part of Pre-decimal coins

Worth about £4.41 as a proof. 750,400 were minted, the 9th lowest of any proof Sixpence.

Denomination

Sixpence

Estimated Value

£4.41

Numista catalogue · Mar 2026How we value coins

Condition

Proof

Mintage

750,400

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)

Value source:Numista catalogue

Value date:6 Mar 2026

Is the 1970 Sixpence (Elizabeth II) rare?

9th/ 9

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Its proof mintage of 750,400 is the 9th lowest of 9 proof Sixpence coins in the catalogue.

Elizabeth II Sixpence by year

← 1967 Sixpence (Elizabeth II)

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