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If it says "honi soit qui mal y pense" it is a British coin.
If it is an 1887 coin, it will be a sterling silver Halfcrown, Shilling or Sixpence with the words in a garter surrounding a Crowned shield.
The obverse will depict the Jubilee bust of Queen Victoria wearing a crown.
The Halfcrown will be 32 mm in diameter.
The Shilling will be 23.5 mm in diameter.
The Sixpence will be 19 mm in diameter.
There were no Victorian gold coins issued with that inscription.
The only gold coins within 100 years of 1887 to have that inscription would have been George III Guineas, Half-Guineas and the earliest issue of Sovereigns from 1817 to 1820.
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What is an 1820 coin worth with mal y pense honi soit qui?
The value of an 1820 coin with the inscription "Honi soit qui mal y pense" varies depending on its condition, rarity, and the market demand for such coins. It is a motto that translates to "Shame on him who thinks evil of it" and is associated with the British Order of the Garter. It is advisable to have the coin appraised by a professional numismatist to determine its specific value.
What percent of silver is in a 1887 Honi Solt Oui May Pense?
The 1887 Honi Solt Oui May Pense, also known as the 1887 silver dollar or the Honi Solt Oui May Pense coin, typically contains 90% silver and 10% copper. This composition is standard for many U.S. coins minted before 1965. Therefore, the coin is composed of 90% silver.
What does Honi Soit Qui Mal Y Pense on British coins mean?
"HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE" is an inscription from Old French meaning "Evil to him who evil thinks". It appears most commonly on King George III gold and silver coins and some Queen Victoria silver coins. Literal translation = Shamed be (he) who evil thinks of it.
What is the motto of Wiltshire Regiment?
The motto of Wiltshire Regiment is 'Honi Soit Qui Mal y Pense'.
Reverse side has Queen Victoria and is dated 1890 Honi soit qui maly pense on the other what coin is this and what value?
The coin is silver and could be either a Sixpence (19mm), a Shilling (23.5mm) or a Halfcrown (32mm). Please advise for a valuation. Queen Victoria is on the obverse. Monarchs are always on the front of a coin. HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE = Evil to him who evil thinks
What is Royal Australian Engineers's motto?
Royal Australian Engineers's motto is 'Honi Soit Qui Mal Y Pense'.
What is Royal Horse Guards's motto?
Royal Horse Guards's motto is 'Honi soit qui mal y pense'.
What is the motto of The Canadian Grenadier Guards?
The Canadian Grenadier Guards's motto is 'Honi soit qui mal y pense'.
What is the motto of The Royal Regiment of Canada?
The Royal Regiment of Canada's motto is 'Honi soit qui mal y pense'.
How much would a coin from 1887 be worth Queen Victoria mal y pense?
The inscription "HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE" (Evil to him who evil thinks), appears on 1887 British sterling silver Sixpences, Shillings and Halfcrown coins. A denomination or a description of the coin would help a lot in identifying it.
What is the motto of England?
"Dieu et mon Droit" which means God and my Right The monarch's motto under the British Royal Coat of Arms is "Honi soit qui mal y pense" which means "Dishonourable is he who thinks bad of it".
What is the origin of a pin that says Honi soit qui mal y pense in a circle around a crest with a crown on top and has the word Empire at the bottom of it?
This is of British origin (despite the motto being old French - see link)
