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12 Pence - James II Gun Money Coinage; Silver Proof Issue
1690 year| Brass | - | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Ireland |
|---|---|
| King | James II (1685-1691) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1690 |
| Value | 12 Pence (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Second Irish Pound (1460-1826) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#55270 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1690·MAG·BR·FRA·ET·HIB·REX·
XII
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 12 Pence - James II (Gun Money Coinage; Silver Proof Issue) 1690 from Ireland made of Brass is that it was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of James II of England and Ireland, also known as the "Gun Money Coinage." This series was created as a response to the shortage of coinage during James' reign, and the coins were made from a variety of metals, including brass, copper, and silver. The Pattern 12 Pence coin is particularly notable for its unique design, which features a crowned shield with the arms of Ireland on one side and a crowned bust of James II on the other. Additionally, the coin's brass composition makes it stand out from other coins of the time, which were typically made of precious metals like silver or gold.
