Scotland 1 Hardhead - James VI, 1588
Information
Country
Scotland
Scotland
Currency
Pound Scots
(1136 – 1707)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Hardhead
Year
1588
Ruler
James I
(1603–1625)
Composition
Billon (.0417 silver)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.53
Diameter (mm)
19
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Hardhead from Scotland. Issued in 1588. Struck in Billon (.0417 silver). Measures 19 mm and weighs 1.53 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned 'IR' (James VI, by the Grace of God, King of Scots)
- Reverse
- Left facing crowned rampant lion, mark of value to the right. (Truth conquers)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1588) | — | November |
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