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1 Demy - James I Type I ND
| Gold (.9167) | 3.50 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James I (1406-1437) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1424-1437 |
| Value | ½ Lion (Demy) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Gold (.9167) |
| Weight | 3.50 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#329774 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saltire flanked by fleur-de-lis within a tressure of six arcs, small quatrefoils in the arcs of the tressure.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: SALVVM FAC POPVLVM TVVM DNE
Lettering (regular font): SALVVM FAC POPVLVM TVVM DNE
Translation: O Lord, save Thy people
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Demy - James I (Type I) ND (1424-1437) coin from Scotland is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Scotland. James I, who ruled Scotland from 1406 to 1437, was the first Scottish king to issue coins with his own image on them, which was a departure from the traditional design featuring the image of the king's predecessor. This coin, made of gold (.9167) and weighing 3.50g, was part of a broader effort by James I to establish a new currency system in Scotland and promote trade and commerce within the country. Despite the challenges of the time, including the impact of the Black Death and political instability, the coin remains a testament to the resilience and ingenuity of the Scottish people during this period.
