Scotland ⅓ Ryal - Mary I 5th Period, Countermark of 1578 (1566–1567)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1566–1567 |
| Denomination | ⅓ Ryal |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.916) (916/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 10.180g · 0.2998 t oz |
| Diameter | 35.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5431 |
Crowned arms of Mary as Queen of Scots, arms flanked by thistles.
· MARIA · DEI GRA SCOTORVM · REGINA
Crowned palm tree with a tortoise ascending it. Countermarked with a crowned thistle.
EXVRGAT · DEVS · ET · DISSIPENTVR · INIMICI EIVS DAT GLORIA VIRES 1567
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The 1566 Scotland Third Ryal - Mary I 5th Period, Countermark of 1578 is a circulating ⅓ ryal coin issued from 1566 to 1567, struck in 91.6% silver. It weighs 10.18g and measures 35mm across. Reverse design: Crowned palm tree with a tortoise ascending it. 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 1566 Scotland Third Ryal - Mary I 5th Period, Countermark of 1578 worth?
No verified sale of the 1566 Scotland Third Ryal - Mary I 5th Period, Countermark of 1578 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 1566 Scotland Third Ryal - Mary I 5th Period, Countermark of 1578?
Check the weight 10.18g and diameter 35mm and the metal (91.6% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
