Scotland ½ Testoon - Mary I 3rd Period (1561–1562)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1561–1562 |
| Denomination | ½ Testoon |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.916) (916/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 3.050g · 0.0898 t oz |
| Diameter | 26.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5423 |
Left facing bust of Queen Mary
MARIA · DEI · GRA · SCOTORVM · REGINA · 1561
Crowned arms of Mary as Queen of Scotland and Queen Dowager of France. Crowned 'M' to either side of the arms.
· SALVVM · FAC · POPVLVM · TVVM · DOMINE ·
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The 1561 Scotland Half Testoon - Mary I 3rd Period is a circulating ½ testoon coin issued from 1561 to 1562, struck in 91.6% silver. It weighs 3.05g and measures 26mm across. Reverse design: Crowned arms of Mary as Queen of Scotland and Queen Dowager of France. Crowned 'M' to either side of the arms.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1561 Scotland Half Testoon - Mary I 3rd Period worth?
No verified sale of the 1561 Scotland Half Testoon - Mary I 3rd Period 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 1561 Scotland Half Testoon - Mary I 3rd Period?
Check the weight 3.05g and diameter 26mm and the metal (91.6% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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