Scotland 1 Abbey Crown - Mary I 1st Period (1542)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1542 |
| Denomination | 1 Crown |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Gold (.895) (895/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 3.390g · 0.0975 t oz |
| Diameter | 25.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5390 |
Crowned royal arms, flanked by cinquefoils.
MARIA · DEI · GRA · REGINA · SCOTORVM
Elaborate cross with thistles in the angles.
· CRVCIS · ARMA · SEQVAMVR
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The 1542 Scotland 1 Abbey Crown - Mary I 1st Period is a circulating 1 crown coin, struck in 89.5% gold. It weighs 3.39g and measures 25mm across. Reverse design: Elaborate cross with thistles in the angles.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1542 Scotland 1 Abbey Crown - Mary I 1st Period worth?
No verified sale of the 1542 Scotland 1 Abbey Crown - Mary I 1st Period has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth about £305 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1542 Scotland 1 Abbey Crown - Mary I 1st Period?
Check the weight 3.39g and diameter 25mm and the metal (89.5% gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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