© The Heberden Coin Room, Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford
© The Heberden Coin Room, Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford
40 Shillings - James VII
| Silver | - | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James VII (1685-1689) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1687-1688 |
| Value | 40 Shillings (2) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#88218 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crowned Scottish royal coat of arms.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · MAG · BRIT · FRA · ET · HIB · REX · 1687
Translation: King of Great Britain, France and Ireland
Edge
Lettering: NEMO ME IMPVNE LACESSET ANNO REGNI TERTIO
Translation: No one hurts me with impunity third regnal year (year changes, see below)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 40 Shillings - James VII 1687-1688 coin from Scotland is that it was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of King James VII, also known as James II of England. This series of coins was known as the "gun money" issue, as it was minted using silver that was seized from the Protestant Church in Scotland. The coin's design features a crowned shield with the royal arms of Scotland and the Latin inscription "JACOBUS II DEI GRATIA" (James II by the grace of God). Despite its historical significance, the coin's value is relatively low, with some examples selling for around $100-$200.
