Scotland 1 Lion - Francis and Mary 2nd Period, Countermark of 1575 (1558–1560)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1558–1560 |
| Denomination | 1 Silver Lion |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Billon (.0417 silver) |
| Weight | 0.960g |
| Diameter | 15.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5450 |
Crowned 'FM' monogram, flanked by left facing dolphins.
FRA · ET · MA · D · G · R · R · SCOT · D · D · VIEN
Crowned rampant lion.
· VICIT · VERITAS · 1559 ·
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The 1558 Scotland 1 Lion - Francis and Mary 2nd Period, Countermark of 1575 is a circulating 1 silver lion coin issued from 1558 to 1560, struck in billon (.0417 silver). It weighs 0.96g and measures 15mm across. Reverse design: Crowned rampant lion.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1558 Scotland 1 Lion - Francis and Mary 2nd Period, Countermark of 1575 worth?
No verified sale of the 1558 Scotland 1 Lion - Francis and Mary 2nd Period, Countermark of 1575 has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.38 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1558 Scotland 1 Lion - Francis and Mary 2nd Period, Countermark of 1575?
Check the weight 0.96g and diameter 15mm and the metal (billon (.0417 silver)) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
