Scotland ½ Lion - James II 2nd Coinage, Type II obverse
Obverse
Scotland ½ Lion - James II 2nd Coinage, Type II reverse
Reverse
Very Rare

Scotland ½ Lion - James II 2nd Coinage, Type II (1451–1460)

CountryScotland Year1451–1460 Denom½ Lion (Demy) MetalGold Melt ~£175.86
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CountryScotland (United Kingdom)
Year1451–1460
Denomination½ Lion (Demy)
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionGold
Weight1.750g
Diameter22.0mm
ShapeRound (irregular)
OrientationVariable alignment ↺
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Spink5223
Obverse

Royal arms.

IACOBVS D GRA REX SCOTOR

Reverse

Saint Andrew crucified on a saltire, flanked by crowns.

XPC REGNAT XPC VINCIT XP

Gold content
Gross troy oz 0.0563
Purity unknown, melt value is approximate
Melt value (approx) £175.86

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About the 1451 Scotland Half Lion - James II 2nd Coinage, Type II

The 1451 Scotland Half Lion - James II 2nd Coinage, Type II is a circulating ½ lion (demy) coin issued from 1451 to 1460, struck in gold. It weighs 1.75g and measures 22mm across. Reverse design: Saint Andrew crucified on a saltire, flanked by crowns.

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

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How much is the 1451 Scotland Half Lion - James II 2nd Coinage, Type II worth?

No verified sale of the 1451 Scotland Half Lion - James II 2nd Coinage, Type II has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth up to £176 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.

How do I identify the 1451 Scotland Half Lion - James II 2nd Coinage, Type II?

Check the weight 1.75g and diameter 22mm and the metal (gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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