Scotland ½ Testoon - Mary I 1st Period, Type IIIa (1556–1558)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1556–1558 |
| Denomination | ½ Testoon |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.916) (916/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 3.050g · 0.0898 t oz |
| Diameter | 22.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5413 |
Royal arms of Mary as Queen of Scots, topped by a high-arched crown. 'M' to the left of the arms and 'R' to the right.
MARIA · DEI · G · SCOTOR · REGINA · 1558
Cross of Jerusalem.
IN · VIRTVTE · TVA · LIBERA · ME · 1558
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The 1556 Scotland Half Testoon - Mary I 1st Period, Type IIIa is a circulating ½ testoon coin issued from 1556 to 1558, struck in 91.6% silver. It weighs 3.05g and measures 22mm across. Reverse design: Cross of Jerusalem.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1556 Scotland Half Testoon - Mary I 1st Period, Type IIIa worth?
No verified sale of the 1556 Scotland Half Testoon - Mary I 1st Period, Type IIIa 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 1556 Scotland Half Testoon - Mary I 1st Period, Type IIIa?
Check the weight 3.05g and diameter 22mm and the metal (91.6% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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