1 Lion - James II 2nd Coinage, 1st Issue

€329,781.00
IssuerScotland
Year1451-1460
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1 Lion (1/2)
CurrencyPound Scots (1136-1707)
CompositionGold
Weight3.50 g
Dimensions25 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationVariable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Sp#5220
Obverse descriptionCrowned royal arms, flanked by crowns.
Obverse scriptLatin (uncial)
Obverse letteringIACOBVS DEI GRA REX SCOTTORVM
(Translation: James, by the Grace of God, King of Scots)
Reverse descriptionSaint Andrew crucified on a saltire, flanked by fleur-de-lis.
Reverse scriptLatin (uncial)
Reverse letteringSALVVM FAC POPVLVM TVVM
(Translation: O Lord, save Thy people)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (1451-1460)  - -
Catalog ID5731201130
Comments