Scotland 20 Shillings - Mary I 1st Period (1543)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1543 |
| Denomination | 20 Shillings |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Gold (.958) (958/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 2.860g · 0.0881 t oz |
| Diameter | 22.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5391 |
Crowned arms of Mary as Queen of Scots.
MARIA · D · G · R · SCOTORVM · 1 · 5 · 4 · 3
Crowned 'MR' monogram with a cinquefoil beneath it.
ECCE · ANCILLA · DOMINI
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The 1543 Scotland 20 Shillings - Mary I 1st Period is a circulating 20 shillings coin, struck in 95.8% gold. It weighs 2.86g and measures 22mm across. Reverse design: Crowned 'MR' monogram with a cinquefoil beneath it.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1543 Scotland 20 Shillings - Mary I 1st Period worth?
No verified sale of the 1543 Scotland 20 Shillings - Mary I 1st Period has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth about £275 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1543 Scotland 20 Shillings - Mary I 1st Period?
Check the weight 2.86g and diameter 22mm and the metal (95.8% gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
