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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Rider - James VI 7th coinage
| Gold (.916) | 5.09 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James VI (1567-1625) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1593-1601 |
| Value | 1 Rider (5) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Gold (.916) |
| Weight | 5.09 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#25018 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned Scottish arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · SPERO · MELIORA ·
Translation: I hope for better things
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Rider - James VI (7th coinage) coin from Scotland is that it features a unique design element - a small horseback rider on the reverse side of the coin. This design was introduced during James VI's reign and was meant to symbolize the king's love of horseback riding and hunting. The inclusion of this design element on the coin made it stand out from other coins of the time and has since become a distinctive feature of Scottish coinage.
