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Object number
1930.69.81
Creator
James II
Description
Coin, a farthing of James II. The obverse shows a bust facing left. The reverse shows Britannia seated left with one arm raised and resting the other on a harp.
Date
1685 - 1688
Production period
17th century
Object name
coin
Material
copper alloy
Dimensions
- 23mm
Inscription
obv: [IACO]BVS II DEI.GRATIArev: HIBERNIA

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