Scotland ⅓ Ryal - Mary and Henry Darnley 4th Period (1565–1566)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1565–1566 |
| Denomination | ⅓ Ryal |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.916) (916/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 10.180g · 0.2998 t oz |
| Diameter | 32.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5427 |
Crowned arms of Mary as Queen of Scots, arms flanked by thistles.
· MARIA · ET · HENRICVS · DEI · GRA · R · ET · R · SCOTORVM ·
Crowned palm tree with a tortoise ascending it.
· EXVRGAT · DEVS · ET · DESSIPENTᴿ · INIMICI · EIVS · DAT GLORIA VIRES 1565
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The 1565 Scotland Third Ryal - Mary and Henry Darnley 4th Period is a circulating ⅓ ryal coin issued from 1565 to 1566, struck in 91.6% silver. It weighs 10.18g and measures 32mm across. Reverse design: Crowned palm tree with a tortoise ascending it.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1565 Scotland Third Ryal - Mary and Henry Darnley 4th Period worth?
No verified sale of the 1565 Scotland Third Ryal - Mary and Henry Darnley 4th Period has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £13.39 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1565 Scotland Third Ryal - Mary and Henry Darnley 4th Period?
Check the weight 10.18g and diameter 32mm and the metal (91.6% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
