Scotland 1 Testoon - Mary I 1st Period, Type I (1553)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1553 |
| Denomination | 1 Testoon |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.916) (916/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 5.090g · 0.1499 t oz |
| Diameter | 30.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5401 |
Right facing crowned bust of a young Queen Mary.
MARIA · DEI · GRA · R · SCOTORVM
Crowned arms of Mary as Queen of Scots, arms flanked by cinquefoils.
· DA · PACEM · DOMINE · 1553 ·
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The 1553 Scotland 1 Testoon - Mary I 1st Period, Type I is a circulating 1 testoon coin, struck in 91.6% silver. It weighs 5.09g and measures 30mm across. Reverse design: Crowned arms of Mary as Queen of Scots, arms flanked by cinquefoils.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1553 Scotland 1 Testoon - Mary I 1st Period, Type I worth?
No verified sale of the 1553 Scotland 1 Testoon - Mary I 1st Period, Type I has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £6.70 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1553 Scotland 1 Testoon - Mary I 1st Period, Type I?
Check the weight 5.09g and diameter 30mm and the metal (91.6% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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