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© Trustees of the British Museum
½ Pistole - William II
1701 year| Gold (.916) | 3.42 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | William II (1689-1702) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1701 |
| Value | ½ Pistole (6) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Gold (.916) |
| Weight | 3.42 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#88200 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned royal arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAG BRIT · FRA · ET · HIB · REX · 1701 ·
Translation: King of Great Britain, France and Ireland
Comment
These coins were struck from gold that was imported by the Company of Scotland Trading to Africa and the Indies (more popularly known as the Darien Company). The company's badge is beneath the king's bust.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Pistole - William II 1701 coin from Scotland is that it was minted during a time when the Scottish currency was still separate from the English currency, before the Acts of Union in 1707 united the two countries. This coin was minted in gold, which was a rare and valuable metal at the time, and its design features the profile of King William II, also known as William of Orange, who ruled Scotland and England jointly. The coin's weight of 3.42 grams and its gold content of .916 make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1701 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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