Halfcrown 1687 "Second laureate bust" (United Kingdom, James II)
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Specification
- MetalSilver (0,925)
- Weight15 g
- Pure silver (0,4461 oz) 13,875 g
- Diameter34 mm
- EdgeInscription
- Aspect ratioCoin (↑↓)
Description
- CountryUnited Kingdom
- PeriodJames II
- DenominationHalfcrown
- Year1687
- RulerJames II (King of Great Britain)
- MintLondon
- PurposeCirculation
Auction prices
Find out the current coin value of the British Halfcrown 1687 "Second laureate bust". This silver coin from the times of James II. Wondering how much a coin like this is worth? The record price belongs to the lot 14 sold at the Spink auction for GBP 30,000. Bidding took place September 24, 2019.
How much is the silver coin of James II Halfcrown 1687 "Second laureate bust"?
According to the latest data as of December 5, 2025 the average price of a Silver coin Halfcrown 1687 "Second laureate bust" is 1200 USD for regular strike and 37000 USD for coins minted using the PROOF technology.
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The information on the current value of the British coin Halfcrown 1687 "Second laureate bust" is based on actual auction sales of similar specimens. To reflect the current price level, our service monitors over 590 numismatic companies and records auction results in the coin catalog and auction archive. Please note that the exact value depends directly on the coin's condition, so the average price serves only as an approximate estimate.
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