© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
½ Crown - James II 2nd 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 | 1687-1688 |
| 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#175640 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
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
Edge
Regnal year in Latin
Lettering: QVARTO
Translation: Fourth
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 (2nd bust) 1687-1688 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 political upheavals, the coinage of the time remained consistent, with the ½ Crown coin being issued in large quantities and widely used in trade and commerce.
