© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
1 Lion - Robert III Light Coinage, Type II ND
| Gold | 2.46 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Robert III (1390-1406) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1403-1406 |
| Value | 1 Lion |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 2.46 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#124765 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Saint Andrew flanked by fluer-de-lis
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: DNS : P:TECTOR MS LIBERAT MS
Lettering (regular font): DNS : P:TECTOR MS LIBERAT MS
Translation: God is my Defender and my Redeemer
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Lion - Robert III (Light Coinage, Type II) ND (1403-1406) 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 1406. During his reign, Scotland faced many challenges, including the impact of the Black Death, which had a significant impact on the country's economy and population. Despite these challenges, the coinage of Scotland during this period remained relatively stable, with the 1 Lion coin being a popular denomination for everyday transactions.
