1 Rose-ryal - James I (3rd coinage) ND (1619-1625) front 1 Rose-ryal - James I (3rd coinage) ND (1619-1625) back
1 Rose-ryal - James I (3rd coinage) ND (1619-1625) photo
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1 Rose-ryal - James I 3rd coinage ND

 
Gold (.995) 13 g -
Description
Issuer
England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
James I (1603-1625)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1619-1625
Value
1 Rose Ryal (3⁄2)
Currency
Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Composition
Gold (.995)
Weight
13 g
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#52473
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Quartered Royal shield of arms below denomination

Script: Latin

Lettering: A DNO.FACTVM EST ISTVD ET EST MIRAB:IN OC:NRIS.

Translation: This is the Lord’s doing and it is marvellous in our eyes (Psalms 118:23)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Rose-ryal coin is that it was issued during a time of great economic change in England. The coin was introduced as part of a new currency system implemented by King James I in 1603, which aimed to stabilize the country's economy and combat inflation. The Rose-ryal was equivalent to 10 shillings, and its introduction marked the beginning of a new era in English coinage, with a focus on gold and silver coins. Despite its value, the coin was not widely used and was eventually phased out in favor of other denominations. Today, it is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item, with some examples selling for thousands of pounds at auction.