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4 Pence - William and Mary incl. Maundy
| Silver (.925) | 2.0 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | William III, Mary II (1689-1694) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1689-1694 |
| 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 | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#12857 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Central crowned denomination with date above, legend around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MAG·BR·FR·ET·HIB·REX·ET·REGINA·16 89·
4
Translation: King and Queen of Great Britain France and Ireland
Comment
The standard weight of this coin was 2/31 troy ounce or 31 grains.Sp#3439, KM#471.1 (1689-94) no tie to wreath;
Sp#3440, KM#471.2 (1692-94) with tie to wreath;
Sp#3446 Maundy money sets listed with their KM# ref:
1689 MDS25 1692 MDS27 1694 MDS29
1691 MDS26 1693 MDS28
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 4 Pence - William and Mary (incl. Maundy) 1689-1694 coin is that it was minted during a time of great change in England. William III and Mary II ruled jointly as co-monarchs, and their reign saw significant political and religious upheaval, including the Glorious Revolution and the establishment of the Church of England. Despite these changes, the coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency, with its silver content and standardized design ensuring its value and authenticity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1689 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 4 Pence - William and Mary (incl. Maundy) 1689-1694 coin.
