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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Ryal - James VI 1st Coinage
| Silver (.916) | 30.54 g | 44 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James VI (1567-1625) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1567-1571 |
| Value | 1 Ryal (3⁄2) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver (.916) |
| Weight | 30.54 g |
| Diameter | 44 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#89706 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned sword flanked by the value and the date.
Script: Latin
Lettering: .·. PRO · ME · SI · MEREOR · IN · ME .·.
Translation: For me; but against me if I deserve
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Ryal - James VI (1st Coinage) 1567-1571 from Scotland is that it features a unique design element - a thistle, which is a symbol of Scotland and appears on the reverse side of the coin.
