Scotland 1 Penny Plack - James VI, 1588
Information
Country
Scotland
Scotland
Currency
Pound Scots
(1136 – 1707)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Penny
Year
1588
Ruler
James I
(1603–1625)
Composition
Billon (.0417 silver)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
0.76
Diameter (mm)
16
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Penny from Scotland. Issued in 1588. Struck in Billon (.0417 silver). Measures 16 mm and weighs 0.76 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned 'IR'. (James the Sixth, by the Grace of God, King of Scots)
- Reverse
- Left facing crowned lion rampant. (Truth conquers)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1588) | — |
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