Collectible coins encompass a wide range of numismatic items, including historical pieces, commemoratives, and regional issues. The Six Pence, particularly noted in British coinage, was also influential in colonial America prior to 1776. During this period, the United States saw private and regional issues emerge, as local merchants and governments minted their own currency to meet economic needs, leading to a rich variety of collectible coins that reflect the diverse historical contexts of early American commerce.