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30 Shillings - Charles I 3rd Coinage, 4th Issue ND
| Silver (.925) | 15.05 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1625-1649) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1639-1641 |
| Value | 30 Shillings (1.5) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 15.05 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#368593 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned royal arms, 'F' above the crown, thistle at the start of the legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: QVÆ · DEVS · CONIVXIT · NEMO · SEPARET ·
Translation: What God hath joined together, let no man put asunder
Comment
Falconer's 2nd issue (4th issue).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great turmoil in Scotland. The 30 Shillings coin was introduced in 1639, just a few years before the Scottish Civil War broke out in 1644. The coin was minted in an attempt to stabilize the Scottish economy, which was struggling due to the war and the devaluation of the Scottish currency. Despite these challenges, the coin remained in circulation until 1641, when it was replaced by a new coinage. This coin is a rare and valuable piece of Scottish history, offering a glimpse into a tumultuous period in the country's past.
