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½ Crown - James II 1st bust
| Silver (.925) | 15.05 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James II (1685-1688) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1685-1687 |
| Value | ½ Crown (⅛) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 15.05 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#16836 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Crowned cruciform shields around central Garter star, divided date above, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAG· BR·FRA· ET·HIB REX·16 86·
Translation: King of Great Britain France and Ireland
Engraver: John Roettier
Edge
Regnal year in Latin
Lettering: SECVNDO
Translation: Second
Comment
The standard weight of this coin was 15/31 troy ounce or 232.3 grains.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Crown - James II (1st bust) 1685-1687 coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in England. James II was the last Catholic monarch to rule England, and his reign was marked by conflicts with Parliament and the Glorious Revolution of 1688, which led to his overthrow and the ascension of William III and Mary II to the throne. Despite these tumultuous times, the coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1685 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1686 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Crown - James II (1st bust) 1685-1687 coin.
