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© Trustees of the British Museum
1 Penny - Mary I 1st Period, Type III ND
| Billon (.0833 silver) | 0.73 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Mary I (1542-1567) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1554-1555 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Billon (.0833 silver) |
| Weight | 0.73 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#301433 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Long cross with fleur-de-lis and crowns in alternate quarters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · OPPIDVM EDINBVRG
Translation: Town of Edinburgh
Comment
According to the Hopetoun manuscript, these coins were struck between 6 December 1554 and 10 January 1555.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - Mary I (1st Period, Type III) ND (1554-1555) coin from Scotland is that it features a unique design element known as a "pellet ornament." This decorative motif, which resembles a small ball or pellet, appears on the coin's reverse side and is believed to have been inspired by the coinage of the Roman Empire. The use of the pellet ornament on this coin reflects the influence of classical designs on Renaissance-era numismatics and adds to the coin's historical significance and aesthetic appeal.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1554-1555) | 258552 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Penny - Mary I (1st Period, Type III) ND (1554-1555) coin.
