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© Trustees of the British Museum
1 Demy - James I Type II 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 | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#124189 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saltire flanked by fleur-de-lis within a tressure of six arcs, large quatrefoils with open centres in the arcs of the tressure, chain-like inner and outer circles.
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 II) ND (1424-1437) coin from Scotland is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan imagery. The obverse side of the coin depicts a crowned bust of King James I, while the reverse side features a representation of the Trinity, with three interconnected circles representing the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. This blending of religious symbols reflects the complex religious landscape of Scotland during the early 15th century, when the coin was minted.
