© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
1 Penny - Alexander III 2nd Coinage, Class A ND
| Silver | - | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander III (1249-1286) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1280-1286 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#90345 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cross with a mullet with six points in each quarter.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: REX · SCOT:ORVM
Lettering (regular font): REX · SCOT:ORVM
Translation: King of Scots
Comment
'C' and 'E' are closed. 'S' is made up of a single piece, thick centre.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - Alexander III (2nd Coinage, Class A) ND (1280-1286) from Scotland is that it was made of silver, which was a rare and valuable material at the time. This coin was part of a series of coins issued by Alexander III, who was the King of Scotland from 1249 until his death in 1286. The coin features an image of the king on one side and a cross on the other, symbolizing the king's devotion to Christianity. Despite being made of silver, the coin was still widely used in circulation and was an important part of the Scottish economy during that time.
