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½ Merk - Charles I 3rd Coinage, 1st Issue ND
| Silver (.925) | 3.34 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1625-1649) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1637-1638 |
| Value | ½ Merk (⅓) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 3.34 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#369520 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned royal arms, 'B' above the crown, crowned 'C' to the left and crowned 'R' to the right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CHRISTO · AVSPICE · REGNO ·
Translation: I reign under the auspices of Christ
Comment
Briot's issue (1st issue).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Merk - Charles I (3rd Coinage, 1st Issue) ND (1637-1638) coin from Scotland is that it features a unique blend of Scottish and English influences in its design. The coin's obverse features a portrait of King Charles I, while the reverse bears the Scottish coat of arms, which includes the thistle, a symbol of Scotland, and the motto "Nemo me impune lacessit" (No one provokes me with impunity). This blend of designs reflects the complex political and cultural relationship between Scotland and England during the 17th century.
