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1 Bodle - William II Type I
1695 year| Copper | - | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | William II (1689-1702) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1695 |
| Value | 1 Bodle (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#364628 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned thistle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: NEMO · ME · IMPVNE · LACESSET · 1695
Translation: No one shall hurt me with impunity
Interesting fact
The 1 Bodle coin was a significant denomination in Scotland during the 17th and 18th centuries, and the William II (Type I) 1695 coin is a particularly interesting example. It was minted during a time when Scotland was still an independent country, before it joined the United Kingdom in 1707. The coin features a portrait of William II, also known as William of Orange, who was the King of Scotland, England, and Ireland at the time. What's fascinating about this coin is that it was made of copper, which was a relatively new material for coins at the time. The use of copper in coinage was introduced in the late 17th century as a cost-saving measure, as it was cheaper than the traditional silver and gold used in earlier coins. The 1 Bodle - William II (Type I) 1695 coin is a rare example of an early copper coin, and its design and material make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
