Scotland ½ Groat - James IV Light Coinage, Type III obverse
Obverse
Scotland ½ Groat - James IV Light Coinage, Type III reverse
Reverse
Very Rare

Scotland ½ Groat - James IV Light Coinage, Type III (1496–1513)

CountryScotland Year1496–1513 Denom½ Groat MetalSilver
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CountryScotland (United Kingdom)
Year1496–1513
Denomination½ Groat
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionSilver
Diameter19.0mm
ShapeRound (irregular)
OrientationVariable alignment ↺
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Spink5345
Obverse

Forward facing bust of James IV, stars flank the King's neck.

IACOBVS · DEI · GRA · REX · SCOTTOR

Reverse

Longcross with mullets and pellets in alternate quarters.

SALVV · FAC · POPVLVV · TV DNE VILLA EIINBVRGE

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About the 1496 Scotland Half Groat - James IV Light Coinage, Type III

The 1496 Scotland Half Groat - James IV Light Coinage, Type III is a circulating ½ groat coin issued from 1496 to 1513, struck in silver. It measures 19mm across. Reverse design: Longcross with mullets and pellets in alternate quarters.

It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.

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How do I identify the 1496 Scotland Half Groat - James IV Light Coinage, Type III?

Check the diameter 19mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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