© The Numismatic Chronicle, 3rd Series, Vol.11 (1891)
© The Numismatic Chronicle, 3rd Series, Vol.11 (1891)
1 Eagle Crown - James V 1st Coinage ND
| Gold | 3.47 g | - |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James V (1513-1542) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1514-1524 |
| Value | 1 Crown (3) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.47 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#174456 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dove holding a scroll
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
IOHANNIS : ALBANIE : DVCIS · GVBERNA
SVB VMBRA TVARVM
Lettering (regular font):
IOHANNIS : ALBANIE : DVCIS · GVBERNA
SVB VMBRA TVARVM
Translation:
John, Duke of Albany, Regent
Under the Protection of Thy [Wings]
Comment
There are no surviving specimens of this coin. We only know of its existence, weight and design due to its inclusion in a French manuscript which dates to 1520.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Eagle Crown - James V (1st Coinage) ND (1514-1524) from Scotland is that it features a unique blend of Christian and pagan symbols. The obverse side of the coin depicts a crowned bust of King James V, while the reverse side features a thistle, a symbol of Scotland, surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves. This blending of symbols reflects the complex religious and cultural landscape of Scotland during the early 16th century.
