© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
1 Penny - John Balliol 1st Coinage ND
| Silver | - | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | John of Balliol (1292-1296) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1292-1296 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#124501 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Long cross with a mullets of 6 points and 5 points in alternate quarters.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: REX SCOTORVM
Lettering (regular font): REX SCOTORVM
Translation: King of Scots
Comment
Similar in style to Class J of Alexander III's 2nd Coinage.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - John Balliol (1st Coinage) ND (1292-1296) coin from Scotland is that it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The coin bears the image of a crowned king, believed to be John Balliol, surrounded by a circle of pelicans, which symbolize charity and selflessness. This design was chosen to reflect the values of the Scottish kingdom during that period. Additionally, the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material at the time, further highlighting the importance of the coin and the kingdom it represented.
