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Very Rare

Scotland 1 Hardhead - James VI (1588–1590)

CountryScotland Year1588–1590 Denom1 Hardhead MetalBillon (.0417 silver) Melt ~£2.20
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CountryScotland (United Kingdom)
Year1588–1590
Denomination1 Hardhead
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionBillon (.0417 silver)
Weight1.530g
Diameter19.0mm
ShapeRound (irregular)
OrientationVariable alignment ↺
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Spink5518
Obverse

Crowned 'IR'

· IACOB' · 6 · D · G · R · SCO' ·

Reverse

Left facing crowned rampant lion, mark of value to the right.

· 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 issued from 1588 to 1590, struck in billon (.0417 silver). It weighs 1.53g and measures 19mm across. Reverse design: Left facing crowned rampant lion, mark of value to the right.

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 19mm and the metal (billon (.0417 silver)) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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