5 Shillings - William II 1702 front 5 Shillings - William II 1702 back
5 Shillings - William II 1702 photo
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5 Shillings - William II

1702 year
Silver - 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
William II (1689-1702)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1702
Value
5 Shillings (¼)
Currency
Pound Scots (1136-1707)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#164727
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned triple Thistle

Script: Latin

Lettering: NEMO · ME · IMPVNE · LACESSET · 1702 ·

Translation: No one hurts me with impunity

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Shillings - William II 1702 coin from Scotland is that it was minted during a time when the Scottish currency was still separate from the English currency. Prior to the Acts of Union in 1707, Scotland had its own distinct coinage, and the 5 Shillings coin featuring William II was one of the denominations minted during this time. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of numismatic history, with only a limited number minted, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.