© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Plack - James VI ND
| Billon (.250 silver) | 1.81 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James VI (1567-1625) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1583-1590 |
| Value | 1 Plack (1⁄60) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Billon (.250 silver) |
| Weight | 1.81 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#89705 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned thistle.
Script: Latin
Lettering: OPPIDVM EDINBVRGI
Translation: Town of Edinburgh
Comment
Also known as an eightpenny groat.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Plack coin from Scotland is that it was minted during the reign of James VI, who was the son of Mary, Queen of Scots, and was the first king of Scotland to also rule England and Ireland. This coin was minted during a time of great change and political upheaval in the British Isles, and its design reflects the cultural and political influences of the time.
