Scotland 1 Unicorn - James IV Type III (1488–1513)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1488–1513 |
| Denomination | 1 Unicorn |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.820g |
| Diameter | 25.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5319 |
Unchained unicorn supporting the Scottish royal arms.
· IACOBVS 4 · DEI · GRA · REX · SCOTORVM ·
Wavy star impaled upon a cross.
· EXVRGAT · DEVS Z DISIPENT · INIMICI · EIV
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The 1488 Scotland 1 Unicorn - James IV Type III is a circulating 1 unicorn coin issued from 1488 to 1513, struck in gold. It weighs 3.82g and measures 25mm across. Reverse design: Wavy star impaled upon a cross.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1488 Scotland 1 Unicorn - James IV Type III worth?
No verified sale of the 1488 Scotland 1 Unicorn - James IV Type III has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth up to £384 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1488 Scotland 1 Unicorn - James IV Type III?
Check the weight 3.82g and diameter 25mm and the metal (gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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