1 Penny - Alexander III (1st Coinage, Type VII) ND (1250-1280) front 1 Penny - Alexander III (1st Coinage, Type VII) ND (1250-1280) back
1 Penny - Alexander III (1st Coinage, Type VII) ND (1250-1280) photo
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1 Penny - Alexander III 1st Coinage, Type VII ND

 
Silver - 18 mm
Description
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
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#94115
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Voided long cross with a star in each quarter

Script: Latin (uncial)

Comment

List of mints and monyers below

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Penny - Alexander III (1st Coinage, Type VII) ND (1250-1280) from Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Silver is that it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The coin's obverse features a crowned bust of King Alexander III, while the reverse features a cross fleury, which is a cross with fleur-de-lis at the ends. This design was specifically chosen to symbolize the king's connection to the French monarchy and his claim to the throne of France. This coin is a rare and valuable example of medieval coinage and is highly sought after by collectors.