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1 Groat - James II 2nd Coinage, 2nd Issue, Type II ND
| Silver | - | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James II (1437-1460) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1451-1460 |
| Value | 1 Groat |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#90467 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross with three pellets and crowns in alternating quarters of the cross.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
DNS P:TECTOR : MS : & : LIBERATOR
VIL:LA ED::IN:B:VRH:
Lettering (regular font):
DNS P:TECTOR : MS : & : LIBERATOR
VIL:LA ED::IN:B:VRH:
Translation:
God is my Defender and my Redeemer
Town of Edinburgh
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Groat - James II (2nd Coinage, 2nd Issue, Type II) ND (1451-1460) from Scotland is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Scotland. James II was the first Scottish king to issue coins with his own image, and this particular coin was minted during a period of political and economic instability, as Scotland was struggling to maintain its independence from England. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of Scottish history and a testament to the country's resilience and determination.
