Description
1897 Great Britain Sixpence – Queen Victoria – Sterling Silver
A genuine 1897 British sixpence struck during the celebrated Diamond Jubilee year of Queen Victoria. This attractive sterling silver coin is a classic example of late Victorian coinage and remains a popular piece with both collectors and those seeking a historic birth-year or commemorative coin.
Details:
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Country: Great Britain
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Year: 1897
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Monarch: Queen Victoria
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Denomination: Sixpence (6d)
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Composition: .925 Sterling Silver
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Diameter: Approx. 19 mm
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Weight: Approx. 2.83 grams
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Edge: Milled
Obverse:
Veiled “Old Head” (Widow Head) portrait of Queen Victoria facing left, designed by Sir Thomas Brock, with surrounding Latin legend.
Reverse:
Crowned shield within a garter bearing the motto HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE, denomination below.
Condition:
Fine
Even wear consistent with age, with clear portrait detail and readable legends. Natural silver toning adding character and authenticity.
Historical Significance:
Struck in 1897 — the year marking Queen Victoria’s 60th year on the throne — this coin represents the height of the British Empire. Victorian silver denominations remain highly collectible and are an excellent entry point into 19th-century numismatics.
Ideal for collectors of British pre-decimal coinage, Victorian era memorabilia, or as a meaningful 1897 birth-year gift.
