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1 Unicorn - James III Issue of 1484-88 ND
| Gold (.875) | 3.82 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James III (1460-1488) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1484-1488 |
| Value | 1 Unicorn |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Gold (.875) |
| Weight | 3.82 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#53495 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Wavy star over a cross fleury.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: EXVGAT : DE : ET : DISIPENTV : INIMICI : E
Lettering (regular font): EXVGAT : DE : ET : DISIPENTV : INIMICI : E
Translation: Let God arise and let His enemies be scattered
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 1 Unicorn - James III (Issue of 1484-88) ND (1484-1488) from Scotland is that it features a unique design of a unicorn, which was a symbol of purity and grace in medieval times. The unicorn is depicted on the obverse of the coin, surrounded by a decorative border and the inscription "IACOBUS III DEI GRATIA" (James III, by the grace of God). This coin was minted during the reign of King James III of Scotland, who ruled from 1460 to 1488.
