The sixpence (6d; /ˈsɪkspəns/), sometimes known as a tanner or half-shilling was a British coin. It was worth 6 pennies or 2 1⁄2 new pence. It has not been produced since 1970. The coin was first minted in silver during the reign of Edward VI of England. From 1947 it was made from cupronickel. Following decimalisation, on 15 February 1971, the coin remained in circulation with a value of 2½ new pence. It was taken out of circulation in 1980.
Sixpence (British coin)
Questions and Answers
Q: What is a sixpence?
A: A sixpence was a British coin worth 6 pennies or 2 1/2 new pence.
Q: When was the sixpence first minted in silver?
A: The sixpence was first minted in silver during the reign of Edward VI of England.
Q: What material was used to make the sixpence from 1947?
A: From 1947, the sixpence was made from cupronickel.
Q: When did decimalisation take place in the UK?
A: Decimalisation took place on 15 February 1971 in the UK.
Q: What was the value of a sixpence after decimalisation?
A: After decimalisation, the sixpence remained in circulation with a value of 2 1/2 new pence.
Q: When was the sixpence taken out of circulation?
A: The sixpence was taken out of circulation in 1980.
Q: Is the sixpence still produced today?
A: No, the sixpence has not been produced since 1970.