Scotland ½ Merk - James VI 2nd Coinage (1572–1580)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1572–1580 |
| Denomination | ½ Merk |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.6666) (667/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 6.790g · 0.1455 t oz |
| Diameter | 32.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5478 |
Crowned royal arms between the mark of value.
· IACOBVS · 6 · DEI · GRATIA · REX ·SCOTORVM ·
Ornate cross with a star in the centre, crowns and thistles in alternate angles of the cross.
· SALVVM · FAC · POPVLVM · TVVM ·DNE · 1580 ·
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The 1572 Scotland Half Merk - James VI 2nd Coinage is a circulating ½ merk coin issued from 1572 to 1580, struck in 66.66% silver. It weighs 6.79g and measures 32mm across. Reverse design: Ornate cross with a star in the centre, crowns and thistles in alternate angles of the cross.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1572 Scotland Half Merk - James VI 2nd Coinage worth?
No verified sale of the 1572 Scotland Half Merk - James VI 2nd Coinage has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £6.50 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1572 Scotland Half Merk - James VI 2nd Coinage?
Check the weight 6.79g and diameter 32mm and the metal (66.66% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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