Scotland 1 Merk - Charles II 1st Coinage, Type II (1664–1674)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1664–1674 |
| Denomination | 1 Merk |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.790g |
| Diameter | 25.0mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Edge | Plain |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5611 |
Right facing bust of Charles II, thistle below bust.
CAROLVS · II · DEI : GRA ·
Arms arranged in a cross, conjoined Cs in each quarter, value in the centre.
MAG BRI · FRA ET · HIB REX · 1669
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The 1664 Scotland 1 Merk - Charles II 1st Coinage, Type II is a circulating 1 merk coin issued from 1664 to 1674, struck in silver. It weighs 6.79g and measures 25mm across. Reverse design: Arms arranged in a cross, conjoined Cs in each quarter, value in the centre.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1664 Scotland 1 Merk - Charles II 1st Coinage, Type II worth?
No verified sale of the 1664 Scotland 1 Merk - Charles II 1st Coinage, Type II has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £9.75 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1664 Scotland 1 Merk - Charles II 1st Coinage, Type II?
Check the weight 6.79g and diameter 25mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
