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6 Pence - James II
| Silver (.925) | 3.0 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James II (1685-1688) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1686-1688 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 3.0 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#12955 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Crowned cruciform shields around central Garter star, divided date above, legend around.
Note: two shield varieties exist (see below)
Script: Latin
Lettering: MAG· BR·FRA· ET·HIB REX·16 86·
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 3/31 troy ounce or 46.5 grains.
Reverse die varieties:
Sp#3412, KM#456.1 (1686-87) tops of shields indented;
Sp#3413, KM#456.2 (1687-88) tops of shields pointed up;
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Pence coin from James II's reign is that it was part of a series of coins that were issued during a time of great economic and political upheaval in England. The coinage of James II's reign was characterized by a severe shortage of silver, which led to the use of alternative metals like copper and tin to mint coins. This resulted in a series of coins that were much lighter in weight than previous issues, and the 6 Pence coin was no exception, weighing in at only 3.0 grams. Despite these challenges, the coin still maintains a high level of craftsmanship and detail, with the king's portrait and the inscriptions remaining clear and well-defined. This coin is a testament to the resilience and resourcefulness of the English people during a time of great turmoil.
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 6 Pence - James II 1686-1688 coin.
