Scotland ½ Rider - James III Issued of 1475-83, Type II (1475–1483)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1475–1483 |
| Denomination | ½ Rider |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 2.540g |
| Diameter | 18.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5259 |
Crowned royal arms at the centre of a cross.
IACOBVS DEI : GRA REX SCOTTORVM
Equestrian depiction of James III wielding a sword, facing left.
SALLVVM : FAC : POPVLVM : TVVM : DOMN
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The 1475 Scotland Half Rider - James III Issued of 1475-83, Type II is a circulating ½ rider coin issued from 1475 to 1483, struck in gold. It weighs 2.54g and measures 18mm across. Reverse design: Equestrian depiction of James III wielding a sword, facing left.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1475 Scotland Half Rider - James III Issued of 1475-83, Type II worth?
No verified sale of the 1475 Scotland Half Rider - James III Issued of 1475-83, Type II has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth up to £255 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1475 Scotland Half Rider - James III Issued of 1475-83, Type II?
Check the weight 2.54g and diameter 18mm and the metal (gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
