Ireland 6 Pence - James II Gun Money Large Coinage (1689)
Circulating version: 1689 Ireland 1 Shilling - James II Gun Money Large Coinage
| Country | Ireland |
| Year | 1689 |
| Denomination | 6 Pence |
| Face value | 2.5p |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.050g |
| Shape | Round |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 6583 Jjj |
Bust left
IACOBVS·II· DEI·GRATIA
Crown with 2 scepters behind it
MAG·BR·FRA·ET·HIB·REX·1689 VI I R Jan.
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The 1689 Ireland 6 Pence - James II Gun Money Large Coinage is a circulating 6 pence coin, struck in gold. It weighs 4.05g. Reverse design: Crown with 2 scepters behind it.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1689 Ireland 6 Pence - James II Gun Money Large Coinage worth?
No verified sale of the 1689 Ireland 6 Pence - James II Gun Money Large Coinage has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth up to £406 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How is the 1689 Ireland 6 Pence - James II Gun Money Large Coinage different from the circulating coin?
This is a collector version of the 1689 Ireland 1 Shilling - James II Gun Money Large Coinage, not the coin found in change. At 4.05g of gold it is heavier than the 3.92g base circulating coin, so weighing it is the quickest check.
How do I identify the 1689 Ireland 6 Pence - James II Gun Money Large Coinage?
Check the weight 4.05g and the metal (gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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