Help With A 1696 Crown - Strike Error ?

[atticus-silver 0]

Hi all, I was hoping I could get some help from the experts.

I have acquired a 1696 William III Octavo edge crown, it looks as if there is a possible strike error at the VL of GVLIELMVS....I couldnt find anything specific to this as a known error but I have very limited experience with coins.

Any info would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance for any help.
Best Regards, Jon

[Rob 3,259]

Die flaw. A small piece of metal has broken away from the die leaving a depression which formed a raised lump on the coin.

[atticus-silver 0]

Thanks Rob, had to be sure !

Can you give me an idea of condition, I understand its not ideal without being in the hand.

Best, Jon

[Peckris 579]

I'd rate it GF/AF i.e. an overall grade of Fine.

[atticus-silver 0]

Thanks Again !!!

Best, Jon