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4 Pence - James II incl. Maundy
| Silver (.925) | 2.0 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James II (1685-1688) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1686-1688 |
| Value | 1 Groat (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 2.0 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#17877 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 66% |
Reverse
Central denomination with crown above dividing date, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MAG·BR·FRA·ET·HIB·REX·16 86·
IIII
Translation: King of Great Britain France and Ireland
Engraver: John Roettier
Edge
Plain
Comment
The standard weight of this coin was 2/31 troy ounce or 31 grains.KM#455.1 (1686-88) divided date either side of crown;
KM#455.2 (1686 only) complete date above crown;
Sp#3418 Maundy money sets listed with their KM# ref:
1686 MDS22
1687 MDS23
1688 MDS24
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Pence - James II (incl. Maundy) 1686-1688 coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in England. James II was the last Catholic monarch to rule England, and his reign was marked by conflicts with Parliament and the Glorious Revolution of 1688, which led to his overthrow and the ascension of William III and Mary II to the throne. Despite these tumultuous times, the coinage of James II's reign, including the 4 Pence coin, remained consistent in its design and quality, showcasing the resilience and stability of the English monetary system.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1687 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Pence - James II (incl. Maundy) 1686-1688 coin.
