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1 Penny - Alexander III 2nd Coinage, Class E 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 | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#90347 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Long cross with mullet/star in each quarter. 20 or 20-28 points on the mullets/stars.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - Alexander III (2nd Coinage, Class E) 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 known for his efforts to promote trade and commerce in Scotland. The use of silver in the coin's minting process was a symbol of the country's growing wealth and prosperity.
