© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
1 Shilling - William III 1st bust; York
| 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 | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#91695 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Crowned cruciform shields around central Nassau lion, divided date above, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAG· BR·FRA· ET·HIB· REX·16 96·
Translation: King of Great Britain France and Ireland
Engraver: John Roettier
Comment
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; York) 1696-1697 coin is that it features a unique design element - a small shield bearing the coat of arms of the City of York, which is located on the reverse side of the coin, beneath the monarch's crown. This shield is a nod to the coin's minting location, the York Mint, which was established in 1696 and operated until 1701. The inclusion of this shield sets the coin apart from other coins minted during the same period and adds to its historical significance.
