Brass Crown, King on Horse. R: Crowned Crucform Shields With Date. Overstruck on Large Size Halfcrown. Clear details of previous coin visible.
Spink Ref: 6578/6578A
Coin Diameter (mm): 33
James II reigned from 1685 to 1688 AD. James II pursued pro-Catholic policies, alarming Protestant elites and Parliament. His authoritarian approach led to the Glorious Revolution, resulting in his deposition and exile, establishing the principle that a monarch's religion could affect succession. Coinage maintained traditional designs despite unrest.
Brass Crown, King on Horse. R: Crowned Crucform Shields With Date. Overstruck on Large Size Halfcrown. Clear details of previous coin visible.
Spink Ref: 6578/6578A
Coin Diameter (mm): 33
James II reigned from 1685 to 1688 AD. James II pursued pro-Catholic policies, alarming Protestant elites and Parliament. His authoritarian approach led to the Glorious Revolution, resulting in his deposition and exile, establishing the principle that a monarch's religion could affect succession. Coinage maintained traditional designs despite unrest.
