- Almost Uncirculated Jan 1689 James II Ireland 6 pence Gunmoney coin.
- Scarce denomination for this series.
- Issued during his rebellion after the "Glorious Revolution" of William and Mary. Cannon and scrap metal used for the metal in these coins, ergo the name "gun-money".
- The month of minting, Jan, is on the reverse.
- Certified by NGC to AU Details Environmental Damage (not significantly distracting).
- Catalog: S-6583J.
- Mostly smooth surfaces.
- Very Nice in hand.
- Obverse: laureate head of James facing left, IACOBVS II DEI GRATIA.
- Reverse: Crown with crossed scepters flanked by J R, above VI (6 pence) and below the month of issue Jan, MAG BR FRA ET HIB REX 1689.