© Spink and Son
© Spink and Son
6 Pence - James I Second Coinage ND
| Silver | 2.22 g | - |
| Issuer | Ireland |
|---|---|
| King | James I (1603-1625) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1604-1607 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Second Irish Pound (1460-1826) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.22 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#332395 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned harp within beaded inner circle. Mintmark begins legend
Script: Latin
Lettering: · TVEATVR · VNITA · DEVS
Translation: God protect the Union
Comment
James was King of Scotland from 1567 and in 1603 he succeeded Elizabeth I, uniting England, Scotland, and Ireland. This coinage was the first to use the term "Great Britain" (Magnae Brittaniae) in the monarch's title obverse.He based himself in England and reigned in all three kingdoms for 22 years, using the title King of Great Britain and Ireland, until his death in 1625 at the age of 58.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 6 Pence - James I (Second Coinage) ND (1604-1607) from Ireland is that it features a unique design element - a harp on the reverse side, which is a symbol of Ireland and has been used on various Irish coins throughout history.
