Scotland 1 Ryal - Mary and Henry Darnley 4th Period, Type II (1565–1567)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1565–1567 |
| Denomination | 1 Ryal |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.916) (916/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 30.540g · 0.8994 t oz |
| Diameter | 44.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5425 |
Crowned arms of Mary as Queen of Scots, arms flanked by thistles.
· MARIA · & · HENRIC' · DEI · GRA · R · & · R · SCOTORV ·
Crowned palm tree with a tortoise ascending it.
· EXVRGAT · DEVS · & · DISSIPENTᴿ . INIMICI · EI' · DAT GLORIA VIRES 1565
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The 1565 Scotland 1 Ryal - Mary and Henry Darnley 4th Period, Type II is a circulating 1 ryal coin issued from 1565 to 1567, struck in 91.6% silver. It weighs 30.54g and measures 44mm across. Reverse design: Crowned palm tree with a tortoise ascending it.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1565 Scotland 1 Ryal - Mary and Henry Darnley 4th Period, Type II worth?
No verified sale of the 1565 Scotland 1 Ryal - Mary and Henry Darnley 4th Period, Type II has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £40.17 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1565 Scotland 1 Ryal - Mary and Henry Darnley 4th Period, Type II?
Check the weight 30.54g and diameter 44mm and the metal (91.6% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.