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⅓ Groat - James V 2nd Coinage, Type IV ND
| Silver (.833) | 0.91 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James V (1513-1542) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1526-1539 |
| Value | ⅓ Groat |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 0.91 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#90363 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Shield of Scottish arms impaled upon a cross.
Script: Latin
Lettering: : OPPIDV : EDINBVRGI
Translation: Town of Edinburgh
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ⅓ Groat - James V (2nd Coinage, Type IV) ND (1526-1539) from Scotland is that it features a unique combination of motifs on its obverse and reverse sides. The obverse features a crowned bust of King James V, while the reverse depicts a thistle, which is the national symbol of Scotland, surrounded by a wreath of roses. This design was meant to symbolize the unity between Scotland and England, as the thistle and rose were seen as symbols of the two countries. This coin is a rare and valuable example of Scottish numismatic history.
