5 Guineas - James II 1st bust (1686–1688)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1686–1688 |
| Denomination | 5 Guineas |
| Face value | £5.25 |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Gold (.917) (917/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 41.940g · 1.2365 t oz |
| Diameter | 37.0mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Edge | Regnal year in Latin: Regnal year in Latin / QVARTO |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Obv. artist | John (Jan) Roettiers |
| Rev. artist | John (Jan) Roettiers |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 3396-8 |
First laureate bust of King James II left, legend around.
IACOBVS·II· DEI·GRATIA
Crowned cruciform shields with sceptres bearing national emblems in angles, divided date above, legend around.
MAG· BR·FRA· ET·HIB· REX·16 88·
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The 1686 5 Guineas - James II 1st bust is a circulating 5 guineas coin issued from 1686 to 1688, struck in 91.7% gold. It weighs 41.94g and measures 37mm across. Reverse design: Crowned cruciform shields with sceptres bearing national emblems in angles, divided date above, legend around.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1686 5 Guineas - James II 1st bust worth?
No verified sale of the 1686 5 Guineas - James II 1st bust has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth about £3,823 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1686 5 Guineas - James II 1st bust?
Check the weight 41.94g and diameter 37mm and the metal (91.7% gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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