1/2 Lion - James IV Type I

€329,414.00
IssuerScotland
Year1488-1513
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1 Demy = 1/2 Lion (1/4)
CurrencyPound Scots (1136-1707)
CompositionGold
Weight1.69 g
Dimensions23 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationVariable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Sp#5327
Obverse descriptionCrowned royal arms, flanked by crowned fleur-de-lis.
Obverse scriptLatin (uncial)
Obverse letteringIACOBVS : DEI : GRACIA : REX : SCO :
(Translation: James, by the Grace of God, King of Scots)
Reverse descriptionSt Andrew crucified on a saltire, flanked by crowned fleur-de-lis.
Reverse scriptLatin (uncial)
Reverse letteringSALVVM FAC : PPLVV TV DN
(Translation: O Lord, save Thy people)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (1488-1513)  - -
Catalog ID2867220390
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