Half-crown

A half-crown. Obverse: Bust of King William III in a wig (right) defaced with a monogram 'JA' and the letters 'WW'. Reverse: Engraved on a smooth surface starboard broadside view of a frigate under full sail.

Object Details

ID: MEC1662
Collection: Coins and medals
Type: Engraved commemorative coin - half-crown
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: Late 18th century
People: King William III
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 32 mm