© NOONANS
© NOONANS
2 Shillings - Charles I 1st Coinage ND
| Silver | - | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1625-1649) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1625-1634 |
| Value | 2 Shillings (⅒) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#165097 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Thistle crowned with a Scottish Crown
Script: Latin
Lettering: · · TVEATVR · VNITA · DEVS
Translation: May God guard these united.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Shillings - Charles I (1st Coinage) ND (1625-1634) coin from Scotland is that it features a unique design element known as a "pnictogram." A pnictogram is a symbol or design element that represents a pledge or promise, and in the case of this coin, it takes the form of a small shield with the letters "S" and "C" on either side, which stand for "Scotland" and "Charles," respectively. This pnictogram was used on several coins during Charles I's reign and serves as a visual representation of the king's commitment to the people of Scotland.
