Scotland 4 Merks - Charles II 1st Coinage, Type III (1670–1675)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1670–1675 |
| Denomination | 4 Merks |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.280g |
| Diameter | 39.0mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5606 |
Right facing bust of Charles II, F below bust.
· CAROLVS II · DEI · GRA ·
Arms arranged in a cross, conjoined Cs in each quarter, value in the centre.
· MAG · BR · FRA · ET · HIB · REX · 1674
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The 1670 Scotland 4 Merks - Charles II 1st Coinage, Type III is a circulating 4 merks coin issued from 1670 to 1675, struck in silver. It weighs 28.28g and measures 39mm across. Reverse design: Arms arranged in a cross, conjoined Cs in each quarter, value in the centre.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1670 Scotland 4 Merks - Charles II 1st Coinage, Type III worth?
No verified sale of the 1670 Scotland 4 Merks - Charles II 1st Coinage, Type III has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £40.61 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1670 Scotland 4 Merks - Charles II 1st Coinage, Type III?
Check the weight 28.28g and diameter 39mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
