© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
2 Pence - James VI ND
1597 year| Copper | - | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James VI (1567-1625) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1597 |
| Value | 2 Pence (1⁄120) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 21 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 | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#112395 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Three thistle heads.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · OPPIDVM · EDINBVRGI
Translation: Town of Edinburgh
Comment
The design of this coin was inspired by the French double tournois.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Pence - James VI ND (1597) coin from Scotland is that it features a unique design element - a thistle, which is a symbol of Scotland and represents the country's national identity.
