Description
Denomination: Silver penny
Period: House of Stuart
Date: 1700, rarer date
Origin: London mint
Condition: VF+
Obverse: Laureate bust of William III, right, legend around GVLIELMVS III DEI GRA
Reverse: Crowned denominational ‘I’ date either side of crown, legend around MAG BR FRA ET HIB REX
Size and Weight: 12mm,0.48g
References: Spink 3552
Features and Provenance: Ex Bonham’s, previously KB Coins
William of Orange became king of Britain after a bloodless revolution, deposing James II. He co-ruled with his wife Mary II from 1689. When Mary sadly died in 1694 he continued alone until his death in 1702.
Although used in general circulation, the 4, 3, 2 and 1d coins have been known as Maundy money, given by the monarchs to the needy once a year. Later, special coins were mint for this purpose.
Condition Summary. This varies with the age of coin and there are grades between
Uncirculated (U). As struck with no traces of wear
Extremely Fine (EF). Very slight traces of wear. all parts of legend etc present. visible and clear
Very Fine (VF). Some signs of wear on the higher parts of the relief. all parts of legend etc present. but maybe worn
Fine (F). Wear on the coin and parts of legend etc may be missing or not visible
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