2 Pence - James VI (Issue of 1614) ND (1614) front 2 Pence - James VI (Issue of 1614) ND (1614) back
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2 Pence - James VI Issue of 1614 ND

1614 year
Copper 2.44 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
King
James VI (1567-1625)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1614
Value
2 Pence (1⁄120)
Currency
Pound Scots (1136-1707)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.44 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (The planchets for these coins were rolled and cut by machine and the striking was done by hand)
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-08
References
Numista
N#329676
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crowned rampant lion facing left, two pellets to the right.

Script: Latin

Lettering: · FRANCIE · ET · HIBERNIE · REX

Translation: France and Ireland

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Pence coin from Scotland, issued in 1614, 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 added to the coin to represent the country's cultural heritage and identity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (1614)  1500000 - - - - - -

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