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1 Britain Crown - James VI 10th Coinage ND
| Gold (.916) | 2.50 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James VI (1567-1625) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1609-1625 |
| Value | 1 Crown (3) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Gold (.916) |
| Weight | 2.50 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#174299 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned royal arms with the Scottish arms in the first and fourth quarters, 'I' to the left and 'R' to the right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: HENRICVS · ROSAS · REGNA · IACOB
Translation: Henry (united) the roses, James (united) the Kingdoms
Comment
The value of this coin was raised to 3 Pounds 6 Shillings in November 1611.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Britain Crown - James VI (10th Coinage) ND (1609-1625) from Scotland is that it features a unique design that reflects the cultural and historical significance of Scotland during the reign of James VI. The coin's obverse side features an image of the king, while the reverse side depicts the Scottish coat of arms, which includes the thistle, a symbol of Scotland, and the motto "Nemo me impune lacessit" or "No one provokes me with impunity." This design was specifically chosen to highlight Scotland's independence and sovereignty during a time when the country was still part of the United Kingdom.
