Scotland 1 Ducat - James V 3rd Coinage (1539–1540)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1539–1540 |
| Denomination | 1 Ducat |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Gold (.958) (958/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 5.720g · 0.1762 t oz |
| Diameter | 22.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5373 |
Right facing bust of James V.
IACOBVS · 5 · DEI · GRA · R · SCOTOR · 1540
Crowned royal Scottish arms impaled upon a cross fleury.
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The 1539 Scotland 1 Ducat - James V 3rd Coinage is a circulating 1 ducat coin issued from 1539 to 1540, struck in 95.8% gold. It weighs 5.72g and measures 22mm across. Reverse design: Crowned royal Scottish arms impaled upon a cross fleury.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1539 Scotland 1 Ducat - James V 3rd Coinage worth?
No verified sale of the 1539 Scotland 1 Ducat - James V 3rd Coinage has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth about £551 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1539 Scotland 1 Ducat - James V 3rd Coinage?
Check the weight 5.72g and diameter 22mm and the metal (95.8% gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
