Scotland 1 Penny - Mary I 1st Period, Type III (1554–1555)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1554–1555 |
| Denomination | 1 Penny |
| Mintage | 258,552 |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Billon (.0833 silver) |
| Weight | 0.730g |
| Diameter | 14.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5443 |
Forward facing bust of Queen Mary.
MARIA D G R SCOTORVM
Long cross with fleur-de-lis and crowns in alternate quarters.
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The 1554 Scotland 1 Penny - Mary I 1st Period, Type III is a circulating 1 penny coin issued from 1554 to 1555, struck in billon (.0833 silver). It weighs 0.73g and measures 14mm across. Reverse design: Long cross with fleur-de-lis and crowns in alternate quarters.
258,552 were struck. It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1554 Scotland 1 Penny - Mary I 1st Period, Type III worth?
No verified sale of the 1554 Scotland 1 Penny - Mary I 1st Period, Type III has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.05 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1554 Scotland 1 Penny - Mary I 1st Period, Type III?
Check the weight 0.73g and diameter 14mm and the metal (billon (.0833 silver)) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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