Obverse
Reverse
Very Rare
Scotland ½ Thistle Merk - James VI 8th Coinage (1601–1604)
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| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1601–1604 |
| Denomination | ½ Merk |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.916) (916/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 3.400g · 0.1001 t oz |
| Diameter | 27.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5498 |
Obverse
Crowned royal arms.
IACOBVS · 6 · D · G · R · SCOTORVM
Reverse
Crowned thistle.
REGEM · IOVA · PROTEGIT · 1601
Silver content
Fine troy oz
0.1001
Melt value
£4.46
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About the 1601 Scotland Half Thistle Merk - James VI 8th Coinage
The 1601 Scotland Half Thistle Merk - James VI 8th Coinage is a circulating ½ merk coin issued from 1601 to 1604, struck in 91.6% silver. It weighs 3.4g and measures 27mm across. Reverse design: Crowned thistle.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
Common questions
How much is the 1601 Scotland Half Thistle Merk - James VI 8th Coinage worth?
No verified sale of the 1601 Scotland Half Thistle Merk - James VI 8th Coinage has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £4.46 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1601 Scotland Half Thistle Merk - James VI 8th Coinage?
Check the weight 3.4g and diameter 27mm and the metal (91.6% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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