© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
1 Lion - Robert III Heavy Coinage, 1st Issue ND
| Gold | 3.99 g | 25 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 Lion |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.99 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#301243 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St. Andrew on a saltire that extends to the edge of the coin, flanked by fleur de lis.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: XPC REGNAT XPX . VINCIT . XPC IMP
Lettering (regular font): XPC REGNAT XPX . VINCIT . XPC IMP
Translation: Christ reigns, Christ conquers, Christ commands
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Lion - Robert III (Heavy Coinage, 1st Issue) ND (1390-1403) from Scotland is that it was minted during a time of great economic and political change in Scotland. The coin was issued during the reign of King Robert III, who ruled Scotland from 1390 to 1403. During his reign, Scotland faced many challenges, including economic instability and political unrest. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a valuable piece of Scottish history and a testament to the country's rich cultural heritage.
