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4 Shillings 9 Pence Thistle Bank
1794 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1794 |
| Value | 4 Shillings 9 Pence (19⁄80) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1707-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#55288 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1794 Scottish 4 Shillings 9 Pence coin is that it features a unique design element - a thistle, which is a symbol of Scotland. This coin was issued during the reign of King George III and was minted at the Royal Mint in London. The thistle was added to the coin's design to represent the unity between Scotland and England, as Scotland was a part of the United Kingdom at the time. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a few known examples remaining in existence today.
