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© Cameron Maclean (CC BY-NC-SA)
Crux Pellit Copper - James III Type III R ND
| Copper | - | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Scotland (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James III (1460-1488) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1460-1488 |
| Value | 1 Crux Pellit (1⁄80) |
| Currency | Pound Scots (1136-1707) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#95247 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Cross within a quatrefoil.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: CRVX : PELLIT : OIE: CRIM
Lettering (regular font): CRVX : PELLIT : OIE: CRIM
Translation: The cross drives away all sin
Comment
Type III Crux Pellit Copper.Also known as a 'Three-Penny Penny'.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Crux Pellit Copper coin is that it was minted during the reign of James III of Scotland, who was also known as James III of England and Ireland. He was the last monarch of the House of Stewart and ruled from 1460 until his death in 1488. The coin features a unique design, with a cross pattée (a type of cross with arms that are narrow at the center and broaden towards the ends) on one side and a pellet (a small round object, often used as a decorative element) on the other. The coin was likely used for everyday transactions and would have been a common sight in Scotland during the late 15th century.
