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© Noble Numismatics Pty Ltd
40 Pence - Charles I 3rd Coinage, 1st Issue ND
| Silver | - | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | Charles I (1625-1649) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1637-1638 |
| Value | 40 Pence (⅙) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#90516 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Crowned thistle. 'B' after legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · SALVS · REIPVB · SVPREMA · LEX ·
Translation: The safety of the State is the supreme law
Comment
Briot's issueInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the 40 Pence - Charles I (3rd Coinage, 1st Issue) ND (1637-1638) coin from Scotland is that it features a unique design element - a thistle, which is a symbol of Scotland, on the reverse side of the coin. This coin was minted during a time when Scotland was still an independent country, before it joined the United Kingdom in 1707. The thistle was chosen as a symbol of Scotland because of its resilience and ability to thrive in harsh conditions, making it a fitting representation of the country's spirit and determination.
