Scotland ½ Testoon - Mary I 3rd Period, Countermark of 1578 (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. Countermarked with a crowned thistle.
· SALVVM · FAC · POPVLVM · TVVM · DOMINE ·
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The 1561 Scotland Half Testoon - Mary I 3rd Period, Countermark of 1578 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. Countermarked with a crowned thistle.
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, Countermark of 1578 worth?
No verified sale of the 1561 Scotland Half Testoon - Mary I 3rd Period, Countermark of 1578 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, Countermark of 1578?
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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