Scotland 1 Plack - James VI, 1583 – 1590
Information
Country
Scotland
Scotland
Currency
Pound Scots
(1136 – 1707)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Plack
Year
1583 – 1590
Ruler
James I
(1603–1625)
Composition
Billon (.250 silver)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.81
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Plack from Scotland. Issued from 1583 to 1590. Struck in Billon (.250 silver). Measures 21 mm and weighs 1.81 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned Scottish arms, surrounded by beaded circle (James the Sixth, by the Grace of God, King of Scots)
- Reverse
- Crowned thistle, surrounded by beaded circle (Town of Edinburgh)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1583-1590) | — |
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