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½ Crown - William and Mary 2nd busts
| Silver (.925) | 15.05 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | William III, Mary II (1689-1694) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1691-1693 |
| 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 | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#12961 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Crowned cruciform shields around central Nassau lion, royal cypher and date numeral in angles, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MAG·BR· FR·ET·HI· REX·ET· REGINA·
WM WM WM WM
1 6 9 3
Translation: King and Queen of Great Britain France and Ireland
Edge
Regnal year in Latin
Lettering: QVINTO
Translation: Fifth
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 - William and Mary (2nd busts) 1691-1693 coin is that it was minted during a time of great change in England. William III and Mary II ruled jointly as co-monarchs, and their reign saw significant political and economic developments, including the establishment of the Bank of England and the rebuilding of London after the Great Fire of 1666. Despite these changes, the coin's design remained relatively traditional, featuring the monarchs' busts on the obverse and a crowned shield on the reverse. This coin is a unique piece of history that reflects the blend of tradition and innovation that characterized the late 17th century in England.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1691 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Crown - William and Mary (2nd busts) 1691-1693 coin.
