© History In Coins
© History In Coins
1 Penny - Alexander III 1st Coinage, Type VI ND
| Silver | - | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander III (1249-1286) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1250-1280 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#90357 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Voided long cross with a star in each quarter
Script: Latin (uncial)
Comment
List of mints and monyers belowInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - Alexander III (1st Coinage, Type VI) ND (1250-1280) from Scotland is that it features a unique design element - a small cross-like symbol called a "fleur-de-lis" on the reverse side of the coin. This symbol was a common motif in medieval coinage and is believed to have been used as a symbol of purity and nobility.
