Scotland 1 Unicorn - James III Issue of 1484-88 (1484–1488)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1484–1488 |
| Denomination | 1 Unicorn |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Gold (.875) (875/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 3.820g · 0.1075 t oz |
| Diameter | 26.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5262 |
Unicorn bearing a shield of royal arms.
EXVGAT : DE : ET : DISIPENT : NIMICI : E
Wavy star over a cross fleury.
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The 1484 Scotland 1 Unicorn - James III Issue of 1484-88 is a circulating 1 unicorn coin issued from 1484 to 1488, struck in 87.5% gold. It weighs 3.82g and measures 26mm across. Reverse design: Wavy star over a cross fleury.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1484 Scotland 1 Unicorn - James III Issue of 1484-88 worth?
No verified sale of the 1484 Scotland 1 Unicorn - James III Issue of 1484-88 has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth about £336 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1484 Scotland 1 Unicorn - James III Issue of 1484-88?
Check the weight 3.82g and diameter 26mm and the metal (87.5% gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
