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1 Penny - Alexander III 2nd Coinage ND
| Silver | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#88967 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cross with 6-pointed wheel in the quadrants.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - Alexander III (2nd Coinage) 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 to 1286. The use of silver in the coin's minting process was a significant departure from the previous coins that were made of copper or other base metals. The silver content of the coin made it more valuable and durable, and it was a symbol of the wealth and power of the Scottish kingdom during that time.
