© Dix Noonan Webb
© Dix Noonan Webb
12 Pence - James VI 7th Coinage
| Silver (.916) | 0.76 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James VI (1567-1625) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1594-1596 |
| Value | 1 Shilling (1⁄20) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver (.916) |
| Weight | 0.76 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#175058 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned triple thistle
Script: Latin
Lettering: · NEMO · ME · IMPVNE · LACESSIT · 1594
Translation: No one shall hurt me with impunity
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 12 Pence - James VI (7th Coinage) 1594-1596 from Scotland is that it features a unique design element - a thistle, which is a symbol of Scotland, on the reverse side of the coin. This design element was introduced during James VI's reign and was used on many Scottish coins of that time.
