© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
1 Farthing - James II Limerick Siege Coinage
1691 year| Brass | 6.5 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Ireland |
|---|---|
| King | James II (1685-1691) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1691 |
| Value | 1 Farthing (1⁄960) |
| Currency | Second Irish Pound (1460-1826) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#333295 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Hibernia seated facing left, holding cross in raised right hand
Script: Latin
Lettering: HIBERИIA · · 1691 ·
Translation: Ireland 1691
Comment
Struck in Limerick over small gunmoney shillings.Three variants are known:
- Retrograde N in HIbernia (Sp.6595, KM#107.1. Main photos. Most common)
- Normal N in Hibernia (Sp.6596, KM#107.2):
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- GRAVTIA obverwse (Sp.6595A)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1691 James II Limerick Siege Coinage Farthing is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Ireland. The coin was produced in response to a severe shortage of coinage during the Williamite War, which was a conflict between the forces of King James II and King William III. The coin was minted in Limerick, which was a stronghold of James II's supporters, and it features a unique design that reflects the political and military tensions of the time. Despite its historical significance, the coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors today.
