Gunmoney' Shilling, Laur & Draped Bust. R: Crown over Sceptres & JR.
Spink Ref: 6581
Coin Diameter (mm): 26
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.
Gunmoney' Shilling, Laur & Draped Bust. R: Crown over Sceptres & JR.
Spink Ref: 6581
Coin Diameter (mm): 26
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.
