England · James II (1685–1688)
Sixpence d’Angleterre — Jacques II, premiers écus (1686–1687)
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About this coin
The early sixpence has a depression in the upper edge of each shield. Both dated 1687 pieces and a 7-over-6 overdate are recorded.
Obverse
A laureate, draped portrait of James faces left.
Script: Latin
Lettering
IACOBVS II DEI GRATIA
Translation
James II, by the grace of God.
Reverse
The crowned shields have indented tops and surround the Garter star.
Script: Latin
Lettering
MAG BR FRA ET HIB REX
Translation
King of Great Britain, France and Ireland.
Mints and mintmarks
Royal Mint at the Tower of London.
Engraver and mintmaster marks
No separate privy mark
Identification and varieties
The tops of the reverse shields distinguish the early and late designs. Some 1687 dies were modified rather than newly engraved.
Measurements
Nominal standard; individual specimens differ through striking and wear.
Years, mintmarks and variants
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| Year | Mint | Mintmark | Variant | Mintage | Notes | Find this issue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1686 | London (Tower) | None | Dated issue | |||
| 1687 | London (Tower) | None | Dated issue | |||
| 1687/6 | London (Tower) | None | 7 over 6; early shields |