Sixpence 1697 B "First laureated bust". Small crowns (United Kingdom, William III)
Variety: Small crowns
Photo by: Numismatica Ars Classica
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
- Year1697
- RulerWilliam III (King of Great Britain)
- MintBristol
- PurposeCirculation


Auction prices
Find out the current coin value of the British Sixpence 1697 "First laureated bust" with mark B. Small crowns. 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 12213 sold at the Stack's Bowers auction for USD 900. Bidding took place March 13, 2025.
How much is the silver coin of William III Sixpence 1697 B "First laureated bust", Small crowns?
According to the latest data as of December 5, 2025 the average price of a Silver coin Sixpence 1697 "First laureated bust" with mark B, Small crowns is 400 USD.
Where does our service get data on the current price of the Sixpence 1697 "First laureated bust" with mark B, Small crowns?
The information on the current value of the British coin Sixpence 1697 "First laureated bust" with the letters B, Small crowns 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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