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6 Pence - James II Gun Money Large Coinage
| Brass | 2.86 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Ireland |
|---|---|
| King | James II (1685-1691) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1689-1690 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Second Irish Pound (1460-1826) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 2.86 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#17868 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Crown with 2 sceptres behind it flanked by 'J'
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MAG·BR·FRA·ET·HIB·REX·
Jan.
1689
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Pence - James II (Gun Money Large Coinage) 1689-1690 from Ireland is that it was made of brass, a metal that was used as a substitute for copper during a time of scarcity. This coin was also known as "gun money" because the metal was obtained from melted-down cannons.
