1/2 Testoon - Mary I 1st Period, Type II

Issuer Scotland
Year 1555
Type Standard circulation coin
Value 1/2 Testoon (0.1)
Currency Pound Scots (1136-1707)
Composition Silver (.725)
Weight 3.82 g
Diameter 24 mm
Thickness
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Orientation Variable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Sp#5410
Obverse description Crowned `M`, flanked by crowned thistles.
Obverse script Latin
Obverse lettering MARIA · DEI G SCOTOR · REGINA · 1555
(Translation: Mary, by the grace of God, Queen of Scots)
Reverse description Shield bearing the arms of Mary as Queen of Scots at the centre of a cross potent.
Reverse script Latin
Reverse lettering DILICIE · DNI · COR · HVMILE ·
(Translation: An humble heart is the delight of the Lord)
Edge
Mint
Mintage 1555 - -
Numisquare ID 8706836440
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