© Halls Hammered Coins
1 Penny - William I Crescent and Pellet Coinage, Type II ND
Silver | - | 19 mm |
Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
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King | William I (1165-1214) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 1180-1195 |
Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
Composition | Silver |
Diameter | 19 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#89863 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross with a crescent and pellet with stalks in each quarter.
Comment
Reverse legend names the moneyer and the mint.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - William I (Crescent and Pellet Coinage, Type II) ND (1180-1195) from Scotland is that it features a unique design element known as the "Crescent and Pellet" motif, which was used during William I's reign to distinguish his coins from those of his predecessors. The design includes a crescent shape with three pellets (small balls) on either side, and was meant to symbolize the king's authority and power. This distinctive feature makes the coin stand out among other coins of the time and adds to its historical significance.