Scotland ⅓ Ducat - James V, 1540
3rd Coinage
Information
Country
Scotland
Scotland
Currency
Pound Scots
(1136 – 1707)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
⅓ Ducat
Year
1540
Ruler
James V
(1513–1542)
Composition
Gold (.958)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.91
Diameter (mm)
16
Demonetized
Yes
Description
⅓ Ducat from Scotland. Issued in 1540. Struck in Gold (.958). Measures 16 mm and weighs 1.91 g.
- Obverse
- Right facing bust of James V (James the Fifth, by the Grace of God, King of Scots)
- Reverse
- Crowned royal arms, 'I' to the left, '5' to the right (The King's power loveth judgement)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1540 | — |
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