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½ Crown - William III 1st bust; York
1697 year| 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 |
| Year | 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 | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#96077 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned cruciform shields around central 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.Struck at the York mint.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1697 William III ½ Crown coin is that it features a unique design element known as a "bust," which refers to the portrait of the king on the obverse (front) side of the coin. The bust on this coin is specifically identified as the "1st bust; York" variety, indicating that it was produced at the York mint and bears a distinctive design that sets it apart from other coins of the same era. This feature makes the coin particularly interesting to collectors and historians, as it provides a window into the specific minting practices and artistic styles of the time.
