1887 sixpence - UK - jubilee, wreath reverse

UK sixpence

Victoria, jubilee

1887

wreath reverse

What is a 1887 British six pence coin worth?

Values, images, and specifications for the 1887 sixpence from the UK.

The retail value of a 1887

'jubilee head, wreath reverse'

British sixpence can range

from £2 to over £35,

depending on grade,

condition, and demand.

Our guide below shows retail

estimates based on grade.

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Values are in UK Pounds

Based on European Grading System

Further information on grading, condition, detractors, and

how to assess your coin can be found further down this page.

The 1887 'jubilee head, wreath reverse' UK

sixpence reverse shows 'SIX PENCE' with the

royal crown above, and a small scroll below.

An open wreath, left branch olive, right branch

oak, tied with a bow at the base surrounds the

main design, with the date below.

primary varieties: 'young head', and 'jubilee head'

jubilee varieties: 'wreath reverse', and 'shield reverse'

shield variants: 'JEB under trunc', 'JEB in trunc', and 'R over V'

Close-up images

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The obverse features the robed jubilee bust of

Queen Victoria, facing left, adorned with

jewellery, veil, and a crown. The legend reads:

'VICTORIA DEI GRATIA BRITT:REGINA F:D:'

images courtesy of Declan Magee Coins

Notes:

The wreath reverse resumed in 1887, after the

shield reverse was withdrawn from circulation.

1887 United Kingdom

sixpence specifications

jubilee head, wreath reverse

1887 United Kingdom

sixpence design

jubilee head, wreath reverse

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