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1 Lion - Robert III Heavy Coinage, 2nd Issue ND
| Gold | 3.99 g | 27 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 | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#89884 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
St. Andrew on a saltire that extends to the inner circle, flanked by fleur de lis.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: XPC : REGNAT : XPC : VINCIT : XPC : IMPERAT
Lettering (regular font): 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 - Robert III (Heavy Coinage, 2nd Issue) ND (1390-1403) from Scotland is that it was made of gold, which was a rare and valuable material at the time. The use of gold in coinage was a symbol of the wealth and power of the Scottish kingdom, and it highlights the importance of this coin as a representation of the country's economic and political status.
