Scotland ½ Unicorn - James V, 1518 – 1526
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Information
Country
Scotland
Scotland
Currency
Pound Scots
(1136 – 1707)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
½ Unicorn
Year
1518 – 1526
Ruler
James V
(1513–1542)
Composition
Gold (.875)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.91
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
½ Unicorn from Scotland. Issued from 1518 to 1526. Struck in Gold (.875). Measures 21 mm and weighs 1.91 g.
- Obverse
- Unicorn bearing the arms of Scotland. (James, by the Grace of God, King of Scots)
- Reverse
- Wavy star impaled upon an ornate cross. (Let God arise and let His enemies be scattered)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1518-1526) | — |
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