1 Farthing - David II (1st Coinage, 1st Issue) ND (1330-1335) front 1 Farthing - David II (1st Coinage, 1st Issue) ND (1330-1335) back
1 Farthing - David II (1st Coinage, 1st Issue) ND (1330-1335) photo
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1 Farthing - David II 1st Coinage, 1st Issue ND

 
Silver - 12 mm
Description
Issuer
Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
David II (1329-1371)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1330-1335
Value
1 Farthing (1⁄960)
Currency
Pound Scots (1136-1707)
Composition
Silver
Diameter
12 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#124824
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Long cross with a mullet in each quarter

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: AVID SCOTTOR

Lettering (regular font): AVID SCOTTOR

Translation: [D]avid of Scotland

Comment

Coins of the first coinage (first issue) were minted in the early 1330s, but the exact date is unknown.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Farthing coin from Scotland, made of Silver, is that it features a unique design, with a crowned bust of King David II on one side and a cross fleury on the other. This design was used for the first coinage of David II, and it symbolizes the king's power and authority. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's minting process adds to its value and historical significance.