Scotland 2 Pence - James VI, 1597
Information
Country
Scotland
Scotland
Currency
Pound Scots
(1136 – 1707)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
2 Pence
Year
1597
Ruler
James I
(1603–1625)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered (The planchets for these coins were rolled and cut by machine and the striking was done by hand)
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
2 Pence from Scotland. Issued in 1597. Struck in Copper. Measures 21 mm and weighs 0 g.
- Obverse
- Armoured bust of James VI facing right. (James the Sixth, by the Grace of God , King of Scots)
- Reverse
- Three thistle heads. (Town of Edinburgh)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1597) | — |
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