© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
1 Groat - Robert III Heavy Coinage, 1st Issue ND
| Silver | - | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Robert III (1390-1406) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1390-1403 |
| Value | 1 Groat |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#124751 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross with three pellets in each quarter.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering:
DNS PTECTOR MS LIBATOR MS
VILLA EDINBVRGH
Lettering (regular font):
DNS PTECTOR MS LIBATOR MS
VILLA EDINBVRGH
Translation:
God is my Defender and my Redeemer
Town of Edinburgh
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Groat - Robert III (Heavy Coinage, 1st Issue) ND (1390-1403) from Scotland is that it was minted during a time of economic and political turmoil in Scotland. The coinage of Robert III, also known as the "Heavy Coinage," was introduced in 1390 to address the issue of currency debasement, which had become a significant problem during the reign of his predecessor, David II. The new coinage was made of higher quality silver and had a higher weight standard than previous issues, which helped to restore confidence in the Scottish currency. Despite these efforts, the coinage still faced challenges during Robert III's reign, including a shortage of silver and disputes over the royal mint's authority.
