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Very Rare
Scotland 1 Hardhead - James VI (1588)
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| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1588 |
| Denomination | 1 Hardhead |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Billon (.0417 silver) |
| Weight | 1.530g |
| Diameter | 18.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5517 |
Obverse
Crowned 'IR'
IACOB 6 D G R SCOTO
Reverse
Crowned Scottish arms
VINCIT · VERITAS
Silver content
Gross troy oz
0.0492
Purity unknown, melt value is approximate
Melt value (approx)
£2.20
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About the 1588 Scotland 1 Hardhead - James VI
The 1588 Scotland 1 Hardhead - James VI is a circulating 1 hardhead coin, struck in billon (.0417 silver). It weighs 1.53g and measures 18mm across. Reverse design: Crowned Scottish arms.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1588 Scotland 1 Hardhead - James VI worth?
No verified sale of the 1588 Scotland 1 Hardhead - James VI has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £2.20 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1588 Scotland 1 Hardhead - James VI?
Check the weight 1.53g and diameter 18mm and the metal (billon (.0417 silver)) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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