England · James II (1685–1688)
Английский шиллинг — Яков II, плюмы в центре (1685)
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About this coin
This scarce shilling replaces the central star with plumes, marking a special bullion source within the regular silver design.
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
Four crowned shields surround a central plume emblem; the date is above.
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
Plumes at centre of reverse
Identification and varieties
The plumes are a metal-source emblem rather than a separate town-mint mark.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1685 | London (Tower) | Plumes | Plumes instead of central star |