Shilling 1696 B "First laureated bust" (United Kingdom, William III)
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Specification
- MetalSilver (0,925)
- Weight6 g
- Pure silver (0,1784 oz) 5,55 g
- Diameter25 mm
- EdgeReeded slant
- Aspect ratioCoin (↑↓)
Description
- CountryUnited Kingdom
- PeriodWilliam III
- DenominationShilling
- Year1696
- RulerWilliam III (King of Great Britain)
- MintBristol
- PurposeCirculation
Auction prices
Find out the current coin value of the British Shilling 1696 "First laureated bust" with mark B. 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 458 sold at the Spink auction for GBP 2,000. Bidding took place May 14, 2015.
How much is the silver coin of William III Shilling 1696 B "First laureated bust"?
According to the latest data as of December 5, 2025 the average price of a Silver coin Shilling 1696 "First laureated bust" with mark B is 250 USD.
Where does our service get data on the current price of the Shilling 1696 "First laureated bust" with mark B?
The information on the current value of the British coin Shilling 1696 "First laureated bust" with the letters B 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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