Scotland ½ Plack - James VI (1583–1590)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1583–1590 |
| Denomination | ½ Plack |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Billon (.250 silver) |
| Weight | 0.910g |
| Diameter | 18.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5516 |
Crowned Scottish arms, surrounded by beaded circle
IACOB · 6 · D · G · R · SCO ·
Crowned thistle, surrounded by beaded circle
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Daily limit reachedAbout the 1583 Scotland Half Plack - James VI
The 1583 Scotland Half Plack - James VI is a circulating ½ plack coin issued from 1583 to 1590, struck in billon (.250 silver). It weighs 0.91g and measures 18mm across. Reverse design: Crowned thistle, surrounded by beaded circle.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1583 Scotland Half Plack - James VI worth?
No verified sale of the 1583 Scotland Half Plack - James VI has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.31 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1583 Scotland Half Plack - James VI?
Check the weight 0.91g and diameter 18mm and the metal (billon (.250 silver)) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
