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Lot 305
1686 King James II Silver Shilling.
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Coins of the Realm Auction 3
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Aug 1, 2020 at 3 PM BST
Size
Specifications: Diameter 25-26mm, Weight 5.7-6.0g, Silver.
Category
Description
ENGLAND: (1685-88) King James II 1686 Silver Shilling. Obverse: Head of King's Bust to the Left, 2nd Laurel head Bust Legend: JACOBVS.II.DEI.GRATIA Reverse: Crowned shield of Arms, Crowned Cruciform Shields Sceptres in Angles Legend: MAG.BR.FRA.ET.HIB.REX. 1686. S3410. Coins struck during King James II reign are scarce, especially in high grade. This is mainly because the reign was short (3 yrs). It is extremely difficult to find silver from this period in above Very Fine as most were heavily circulated. This near Extremely Fine Condition example is a true find for a collector wishing to obtain a high grade example.
Condition
Near Extremely Fine Condition
Signature
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