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12 Shillings - James VI 9th Coinage ND
| Silver | - | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James VI (1567-1625) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1605-1609 |
| Value | 12 Shillings (0.6) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#329563 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Royal arms, Scottish arms in the 2nd quarter.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · QVÆ · DEVS · CONIVNXIT NEMO · SEPARET ·
Translation: What God hath joined together, let no man put asunder
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 12 Shillings - James VI (9th Coinage) ND (1605-1609) coin from Scotland is that it features a unique design element known as a "bust of James VI" on the obverse side, which is a portrait of the king facing left, adorned with a crown, cloak, and scepter. This design was a departure from the traditional depiction of monarchs on coins, which typically showed them facing right, and was intended to symbolize the king's authority and power.
