James II. 1685-1688. Silver Medal 1685, 93.17 g. James II, Military and Naval Reward. By J. Roettier. Bust, draped. IACOBVS . II . DEI . GRA . ANG . SCOT . FRAN . ET . HIB . REX. Below monogram R. Rv. An antique trophy; distant naval engagement. GENVS . ANTIQVVM. Plain edge. 63.9 mm. Eimer 282. MI i 617/29. Vorzüglich / Extremely Fine. Feine Patina / Nicely toned. Kleiner Kratzer im Avers / Small scratch on obverse.

From the auction Spink Taisei Numismatics 33, Zurich, April 1990, lot 781.

In 1685, James II defeated two rebellions: The Monmouth Rebellion, (also known as the Pitchfork Rebellion, the Revolt of the West or the West Country rebellion), which was an attempt to depose James II and which was led by James Scott, 1st Duke of Monmouth, eldest illegitimate son of Charles II, opposed James largely due to his Catholicism.

The Argyll's Rebellion, which was an attempt in June 1685 to overthrow James II and which was led by Archibald Campbell, 9th Earl of Argyll, intended to tie down Royal forces in Scotland while the rebellion under the 1st Duke of Monmouth began in England.

Struck as a military and naval reward.