Sixpence 1603 "First bust" (United Kingdom, James I)
Photo by: Dix Noonan Webb
Specification
- MetalSilver
- Weight3 g
- Diameter27 mm
- EdgePlain
Description
- CountryUnited Kingdom
- PeriodJames I
- DenominationSixpence
- Year1603
- RulerJames I (King of England)
- MintLondon
- PurposeCirculation
Auction prices
Find out the current coin value of the British Sixpence 1603 "First bust". This silver coin from the times of James I. Wondering how much a coin like this is worth? The record price belongs to the lot 1256 sold at the Stack's Bowers auction for USD 3,300. Bidding took place January 14, 2022.
How much is the silver coin of James I Sixpence 1603 "First bust"?
According to the latest data as of December 16, 2025 the average price of a Silver coin Sixpence 1603 "First bust" is 590 USD.
Where does our service get data on the current price of the Sixpence 1603 "First bust"?
The information on the current value of the British coin Sixpence 1603 "First bust" is based on actual auction sales of similar specimens. To reflect the current price level, our service monitors over 590 numismatic companies and records auction results in the coin catalog and auction archive. Please note that the exact value depends directly on the coin's condition, so the average price serves only as an approximate estimate.
Where can I sell the Sixpence 1603 "First bust"?
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