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1 Testoon - Mary I 1st Period, Type IIIb
| Silver (.916) | 6.11 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Mary I (1542-1567) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1557-1558 |
| Value | 1 Testoon (⅕) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver (.916) |
| Weight | 6.11 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#94544 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross of Jerusalem.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IN · VIRTVTE · TVA · LIBERA · ME · 1558
Translation: In Thy strength deliver me
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Testoon - Mary I (1st Period, Type IIIb) coin from Scotland is that it features a unique blend of Catholic and Protestant imagery on its reverse side. The coin was minted during a time of religious upheaval in Scotland, and its design reflects the complex religious landscape of the country during that period. The reverse side of the coin features the Scottish coat of arms, which includes a combination of Catholic and Protestant symbols, such as the Cross of St. Andrew and the Thistle, which were used to represent the country's religious identity. This blending of religious imagery is a rare example of ecumenism on a coin and highlights the complex history of religious tolerance and coexistence in Scotland during the 16th century.
