1 Plack - James III ND (1460-1488) front 1 Plack - James III ND (1460-1488) back
1 Plack - James III ND (1460-1488) photo
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1 Plack - James III ND

 
Silver (.500) 2.04 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
James III (1460-1488)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1460-1488
Value
1 Plack (1⁄60)
Currency
Pound Scots (1136-1707)
Composition
Silver (.500)
Weight
2.04 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#17992
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Cross with a saltire at the centre, crown in each angle of the cross.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: VILLA : DE : EDIN:B.VRGI

Lettering (regular font): VILLA : DE : EDIN:B.VRGI

Translation: Town of Edinburgh

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 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 resilience and strength.