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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
½ Crown - William III 1st bust; large shields, ordinary harp
| Silver (.925) | 15.05 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | William III (1694-1702) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1696-1697 |
| 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#55821 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Crowned cruciform shields around cental Nassau lion, divided date above, legend around.
Note: large shields, ordinary harp
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAG BR·FRA ET·HIB REX·16 97·
Translation: King of Great Britain France and Ireland
Edge
Regnal year in Latin
Lettering: NONO
Translation: Ninth
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 III (1st bust; large shields, ordinary harp) 1696-1697 coin is that it was minted during a time of great change in England. William III, also known as William of Orange, was the first Dutch-born monarch to rule England, and his reign marked the beginning of the House of Orange-Nassau. This coin was minted during his early years as king, and it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of the time. The large shields and ordinary harp on the coin were symbols of the king's power and authority, and they reflect the political and cultural influences of the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1697 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Crown - William III (1st bust; large shields, ordinary harp) 1696-1697 coin.
