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½ Groat - Robert III Heavy Coinage, 2nd Issue ND
| Silver | 1.49 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Robert III (1390-1406) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1390-1403 |
| Value | ½ Groat |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.49 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#321128 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with pellets in each quarter.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
DNS : PTECTOR MS : LIBATOR
VILLA DE PERTH
Lettering (regular font):
DNS : PTECTOR MS : LIBATOR
VILLA DE PERTH
Translation:
God is my Defender and my Redeemer
Town of Perth
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Groat - Robert III (Heavy Coinage, 2nd Issue) ND (1390-1403) from Scotland is that it was minted during a time of economic struggle for the country. The coin was issued during the reign of King Robert III, who ruled Scotland from 1390 to 1406. During his reign, Scotland faced significant economic challenges, including a severe shortage of coinage and a decline in trade. Despite these challenges, the ½ Groat coin remained a popular denomination and was widely used in everyday transactions.
