1 Crown - William III 3rd bust 2nd harp (1697)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1697 |
| Denomination | 1 Crown |
| Face value | 25p |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (925/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 30.100g · 0.8952 t oz |
| Diameter | 38.6mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Edge | Regnal year in Latin: Regnal year in Latin / NONO |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Obv. artist | James Roettier |
| Rev. artist | John (Jan) Roettiers |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 3473 |
Third laureate and draped bust of King William III right, legend around. Note: straight breastplate or drapery
GVLIELMVS · III · DEI · GRA ·
Crowned cruciform shields around central Nassau lion, divided date above, legend around. Note: second harp in left shield
MAG BR·FRA ET·HIB REX·1697·
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The 1697 1 Crown - William III 3rd bust – 2nd harp is a circulating 1 crown coin, struck in 92.5% silver. It weighs 30.1g and measures 38.6mm across. Reverse design: Crowned cruciform shields around central Nassau lion, divided date above, legend around. Note: second harp in left shield.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1697 1 Crown - William III 3rd bust – 2nd harp worth?
No verified sale of the 1697 1 Crown - William III 3rd bust – 2nd harp has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £37.87 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1697 1 Crown - William III 3rd bust – 2nd harp?
Check the weight 30.1g and diameter 38.6mm and the metal (92.5% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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