© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Lion - Mary I 1st Period
| Billon (.0833 silver) | 0.96 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Mary I (1542-1567) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1555-1556 |
| Value | 1 Silver Lion (1⁄160) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Billon (.0833 silver) |
| Weight | 0.96 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#301428 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned rampant lion.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · VICIT · VERITAS · 1555 ·
Translation: Truth has conquered
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Lion - Mary I (1st Period) 1555-1556 from Scotland is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Scotland. Mary I, also known as Mary Queen of Scots, was the Queen of Scotland and claimed the English throne as well, leading to a period of conflict and political upheaval. Despite this, the coin remained a standard circulation coin and was used widely throughout Scotland during this time.
