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½ Penny - David II 1st Coinage, 1st Issue ND
| Silver | - | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | David II (1329-1371) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1330-1335 |
| Value | ½ Penny (1⁄480) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#94582 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross with mullets in the quarters
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: AVID SCOTTOR :
Lettering (regular font): AVID SCOTTOR :
Translation: David of Scotland
Comment
Coins of the first coinage (first issue) were minted in the early 1330s, but the exact date is unknown.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Penny - David II (1st Coinage, 1st Issue) ND (1330-1335) from Scotland is that it was minted during the reign of David II, who was only 5 years old when he ascended to the throne. This coinage was issued during a time of great political and economic turmoil in Scotland, with the country facing challenges from both England and the Black Death. Despite these challenges, the coinage of David II's reign is considered to be of high quality and aesthetic appeal, with the ½ penny coin being a particularly rare and sought-after example.
