1 Penny - John Balliol (2nd Coinage) ND (1292-1296) front 1 Penny - John Balliol (2nd Coinage) ND (1292-1296) back
1 Penny - John Balliol (2nd Coinage) ND (1292-1296) photo
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1 Penny - John Balliol 2nd Coinage ND

 
Silver - 18 mm
Description
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
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#88500
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Cross with a 5 pointed mullet in each quarter

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: REX SCOTORVM

Lettering (regular font): REX SCOTORVM

Translation: King of Scots

Interesting fact

The 1 Penny coin featuring John Balliol was part of a series of coins issued during his reign, which was marked by political and economic turmoil. Despite this, the coinage during his reign is considered to be of high quality, with detailed and well-executed designs. The use of silver in the coinage was also significant, as it reflected the wealth and prosperity of Scotland during that time.