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© Trustees of the British Museum
1 Lion - James II 2nd Coinage, 2nd Issue, Type II ND
| Gold | 3.50 g | 25 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 Lion |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.50 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#121550 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint Andrew crucified on a saltire, flanked by crowned fleur-de-lis.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: XPC REGNAT XPC VINCIT XP
Lettering (regular font): XPC REGNAT XPC VINCIT XP
Unabridged legend: XPC REGNAT XPC VINCIT XPC IMPERAT
Translation: Christ reigns, Christ conquers, Christ Commands
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Lion - James II (2nd Coinage, 2nd Issue, Type II) ND (1451-1460) from Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Gold weighing 3.50 g is that it features a unique design, with a lion on the obverse (front) side and a crowned shield on the reverse (back) side. This design was used during James II's reign, who was the King of Scots from 1437 until his death in 1460. The coin's gold content and unique design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
