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1 Crown - William and Mary
| Silver (.925) | 30.1 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | William III, Mary II (1689-1694) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1691-1692 |
| Value | 1 Crown |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 30.1 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#12962 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned cruciform shields around central Nassau lion with royal monogram 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 1
Translation: King and Queen of Great Britain France and Ireland
Edge
Regnal year in Latin
Lettering: TERTIO
Translation: Third
Comment
Edge inscription varieties exist.The standard weight of this coin was 30/31 troy ounce or 464.5 grains.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1691-1692 William and Mary 1 Crown coin is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in England. The coin was minted during the reign of William III and Mary II, who ruled jointly as co-monarchs from 1689 until Mary's death in 1694. During their reign, England was facing significant economic challenges, including a severe shortage of coinage and a growing national debt. To address these issues, the government introduced a new coinage system, which included the 1 Crown coin, to help stabilize the economy and promote trade. Despite these efforts, the coinage system ultimately failed, and the economic challenges persisted. However, the 1691-1692 William and Mary 1 Crown coin remains a valuable and interesting historical artifact, offering a glimpse into the economic and political climate of the time.
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 1 Crown - William and Mary 1691-1692 coin.
