Scotland 1 Plack - Mary I, 1557
1st Period, Countermark of 1575
Information
Country
Scotland
Scotland
Currency
Pound Scots
(1136 – 1707)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Plack
Year
1557
Ruler
Mary I
(1542–1567)
Composition
Billon (.0833 silver)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered, countermarked
Weight (g)
1.92
Diameter (mm)
22
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Plack from Scotland. Issued in 1557. Struck in Billon (.0833 silver). Measures 22 mm and weighs 1.92 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned arms of Mary as Queen of Scots. 'M' to the left and 'R' to the right. Countermarked with a heart and star. (Mary, by the grace of God, Queen of Scots)
- Reverse
- Ornate cross with a cross in the centre, crowns in the quarters of the ornate cross. (I serve and am worn by use)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1557 | — |
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