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1 Shilling - William III 1st bust; Bristol
| Silver (.925) | 6.0 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | William III (1694-1702) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1696-1697 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 6.0 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#91378 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Crowned cruciform shields around central Nassau lion, divided date above, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAG BR·FRA ET·HIB REX·16 97·
Translation: King of Great Britain France and Ireland.
Engraver: John Roettier
Comment
Mintmark letter B under bust.The standard weight of this coin was 6/31 troy ounce or 92.9 grains.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Shilling - William III (1st bust; Bristol) 1696-1697 coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield bearing the coat of arms of the city of Bristol, where the coin was minted. This shield is located below the king's bust on the obverse side of the coin. This feature was added to the coin's design to commemorate the city's loyalty to the crown during the English Civil War.
