1984 Event Last sixpence minted in Great Britain (in use since 1551) 1968 Event "Half a Sixpence" opens at Broadhurst Theater New York City for 512 performances 1966 Event "Half a Sixpence" closes at Broadhurst Theater New York City after 512 performances 1936 Birthday Tommy Steele, London, singer and actor, a Sixpence, Finian's Rainbow
