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1 Plack - James IV Type II ND
| Billon | - | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James IV (1488-1513) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1488-1513 |
| Value | 1 Plack (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#90466 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Ornate cross with a saltire in the centre. Crown in each quarter of the cross.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: VILLA DE EDINBVRG
Lettering (regular font): VILLA DE EDINBVRG
Translation: Town of Edinburgh
Comment
Lombardic lettering in the legend.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Plack - James IV (Type II) ND (1488-1513) coin from Scotland is that it features a unique design element - a saltire, which is a heraldic symbol in the form of a diagonal cross. This symbol has been used on Scottish coins for centuries and is a nod to the country's rich history and cultural heritage.
