Scotland ½ Testoon - Mary I 1st Period, Type II (1555)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1555 |
| Denomination | ½ Testoon |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.725) (725/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 3.820g · 0.0890 t oz |
| Diameter | 24.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5410 |
Crowned 'M', flanked by crowned thistles.
MARIA · DEI G SCOTOR · REGINA · 1555
Shield bearing the arms of Mary as Queen of Scots at the centre of a cross potent.
DILICIE · DNI · COR · HVMILE ·
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The 1555 Scotland Half Testoon - Mary I 1st Period, Type II is a circulating ½ testoon coin, struck in 72.5% silver. It weighs 3.82g and measures 24mm across. Reverse design: Shield bearing the arms of Mary as Queen of Scots at the centre of a cross potent.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1555 Scotland Half Testoon - Mary I 1st Period, Type II worth?
No verified sale of the 1555 Scotland Half Testoon - Mary I 1st Period, Type II has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £3.98 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1555 Scotland Half Testoon - Mary I 1st Period, Type II?
Check the weight 3.82g and diameter 24mm and the metal (72.5% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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