Scotland 8 Shillings - James VI 3rd Coinage (1581)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1581 |
| Denomination | 8 Shillings |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.916) (916/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 5.550g · 0.1634 t oz |
| Diameter | 30.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5483 |
Crowned royal arms.
IACOBVS · 6 · DEI · GRATIA · REX · SCOTORVM ·
Crowned thistle, 'I' to the left and 'R' to the right.
· NEMO · ME · IMPVNE · LACESSET · 1581 ·
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The 1581 Scotland 8 Shillings - James VI 3rd Coinage is a circulating 8 shillings coin, struck in 91.6% silver. It weighs 5.55g and measures 30mm across. Reverse design: Crowned thistle, 'I' to the left and 'R' to the right.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1581 Scotland 8 Shillings - James VI 3rd Coinage worth?
No verified sale of the 1581 Scotland 8 Shillings - James VI 3rd Coinage has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £7.30 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1581 Scotland 8 Shillings - James VI 3rd Coinage?
Check the weight 5.55g and diameter 30mm and the metal (91.6% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.