1 Penny Plack - James VI ND (1588) front 1 Penny Plack - James VI ND (1588) back
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1 Penny Plack - James VI ND

1588 year
Billon (.0417 silver) 0.76 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
James VI (1567-1625)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1588
Value
1 Penny (1⁄240)
Currency
Pound Scots (1136-1707)
Composition
Billon (.0417 silver)
Weight
0.76 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#312303
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Left facing crowned lion rampant.

Script: Latin

Lettering: · VINCIT · VERITAS ·

Translation: Truth conquers

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Penny Plack coin from Scotland is that it features a unique design element - a thistle, which is a symbol of Scotland and represents the country's national identity.