© The Heberden Coin Room, Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford
© The Heberden Coin Room, Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford
½ Plack - James III ND
| Silver (.500) | 1.02 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James III (1460-1488) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1460-1488 |
| Value | ½ Plack (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 1.02 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#364559 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with a saltire at the centre, crown in each angle of the cross.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: VILLA DE EDIN·B·VRGH
Lettering (regular font): VILLA DE EDIN·B·VRGH
Translation: Town of Edinburgh
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Plack coin is that it was issued during the reign of King James III of Scotland, who was the last king of the House of Stewart. He ruled from 1460 until his death in 1488, and his reign was marked by political and economic turmoil, including a series of rebellions and conflicts with England. Despite these challenges, the ½ Plack coin remains a valuable and sought-after collector's item, with its silver content and historical significance making it a prized addition to any collection.
