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Reverse
Very Rare
Scotland 20 Shillings - James VI 4th Coinage (1582–1585)
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| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1582–1585 |
| Denomination | 20 Shillings |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver |
| Diameter | 38.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5489 |
Obverse
Left facing half-length depiction of James VI in armour.
· IACOBVS · 6 · DEI · GRATIA · REX · SCOTORVM ·
Reverse
Crowned arms of Scotland, flanked by 'IR' and mark of value.
HONOR · REGIS · IVDICIVM · DILIGIT · 1582 ·
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About the 1582 Scotland 20 Shillings - James VI 4th Coinage
The 1582 Scotland 20 Shillings - James VI 4th Coinage is a circulating 20 shillings coin issued from 1582 to 1585, struck in silver. It measures 38mm across. Reverse design: Crowned arms of Scotland, flanked by 'IR' and mark of value.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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Check the diameter 38mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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