1 Penny - William I (Crescent and Pellet Coinage, Type II) ND (1180-1195) front 1 Penny - William I (Crescent and Pellet Coinage, Type II) ND (1180-1195) back
1 Penny - William I (Crescent and Pellet Coinage, Type II) ND (1180-1195) photo
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1 Penny - William I Crescent and Pellet Coinage, Type II ND

 
Silver - 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
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
References
Numista
N#89863
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.