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3 Pence - James II incl. Maundy
| Silver (.925) | 1.5 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James II (1685-1688) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1685-1688 |
| Value | 3 Pence (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#13114 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 63% |
Reverse
Central denomination below crown dividing date, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MAG·BR·FRA·ET·HIB·REX·16 86·
III
Translation: King of Great Britain France and Ireland
Engraver: John Roettier
Comment
House of Stuart Restored (1660-1714), James II (1685-88).The standard weight of this coin was 3/62 troy ounce or 23.2 grains.
Before the Great Recoinage of 1817, there is no known evidence to suggest that separate 'prooflike' strikes were issued for the Maundy ceremony, suggesting that the money handed out was identical to the circulating coinage at that time.
Sp#3418 Maundy money sets listed with their KM# ref:
1686 MDS22 1687 MDS23 1688 MDS24
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 3 Pence coin from James II's reign is that it was part of a series of coins that were minted with a new design, featuring a more mature portrait of the king, as well as a new reverse design that included a shield with the arms of England, Scotland, and Ireland. This design change was significant because it marked a departure from the traditional coinage designs that had been used for centuries, and it helped to modernize the look of British coins. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's composition gave it a higher value and made it more durable than coins made of other metals.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1686 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 3 Pence - James II (incl. Maundy) 1685-1688 coin.
