Sixpence 1696 Y "First laureated bust". Early harp. Capital "Y" (United Kingdom, William III)
Variety: Early harp. Capital "Y"
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Specification
- MetalSilver (0,925)
- Weight3 g
- Pure silver (0,0892 oz) 2,775 g
- Diameter21 mm
- EdgeReeded slant
- Aspect ratioCoin (↑↓)
Description
- CountryUnited Kingdom
- PeriodWilliam III
- DenominationSixpence
- Year1696
- RulerWilliam III (King of Great Britain)
- MintYork
- PurposeCirculation
Auction prices
Find out the current coin value of the British Sixpence 1696 "First laureated bust" with mark Y. Early harp. Capital "Y". This silver coin from the times of William III. Wondering how much a coin like this is worth? The record price belongs to the lot 2255 sold at the Ira & Larry Goldberg Coins & Collectibles, Inc. auction for USD 575. Bidding took place May 30, 2005.
How much is the silver coin of William III Sixpence 1696 Y "First laureated bust", Early harp, Capital "Y"?
According to the latest data as of December 5, 2025 the average price of a Silver coin Sixpence 1696 "First laureated bust" with mark Y, Early harp, Capital "Y" is 140 USD.
Where does our service get data on the current price of the Sixpence 1696 "First laureated bust" with mark Y, Early harp, Capital "Y"?
The information on the current value of the British coin Sixpence 1696 "First laureated bust" with the letters Y, Early harp, Capital "Y" 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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