Scotland ½ Testoon - Francis and Mary 2nd Period, Type I (1558–1559)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1558–1559 |
| Denomination | ½ Testoon |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.916) (916/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 3.050g · 0.0898 t oz |
| Diameter | 24.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5419 |
Crowned arms of Mary I as Queen of Scots and Dauphine of France, at the centre of a cross potent.
FRAN · ET · MA · D · G R R · SCOTOR · D · D · VIEN
Crowned 'FM' monogram, flanked on each side by a cross of Lorraine.
FECIT VTRAQVE · VNVM · 1558
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The 1558 Scotland Half Testoon - Francis and Mary 2nd Period, Type I is a circulating ½ testoon coin issued from 1558 to 1559, struck in 91.6% silver. It weighs 3.05g and measures 24mm across. Reverse design: Crowned 'FM' monogram, flanked on each side by a cross of Lorraine.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1558 Scotland Half Testoon - Francis and Mary 2nd Period, Type I worth?
No verified sale of the 1558 Scotland Half Testoon - Francis and Mary 2nd Period, Type I has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £4.01 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1558 Scotland Half Testoon - Francis and Mary 2nd Period, Type I?
Check the weight 3.05g and diameter 24mm and the metal (91.6% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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