Scotland ⅔ Ducat - James V 3rd Coinage (1540)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1540 |
| Denomination | ⅔ Ducat |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Gold (.958) (958/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 3.820g · 0.1177 t oz |
| Diameter | 19.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5374 |
Right facing bust of James V
IACOBVS · D · G · R · SCOTORVM · 1 · 5 · 4 · 0
Crowned royal arms, 'I' to the left, '5' to the right
HONOR · REGIS · IVDICIVM · DILIGIT
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The 1540 Scotland ⅔ Ducat - James V 3rd Coinage is a circulating ⅔ ducat coin, struck in 95.8% gold. It weighs 3.82g and measures 19mm across. Reverse design: Crowned royal arms, 'I' to the left, '5' to the right.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1540 Scotland ⅔ Ducat - James V 3rd Coinage worth?
No verified sale of the 1540 Scotland ⅔ Ducat - James V 3rd Coinage has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its gold content is worth about £368 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1540 Scotland ⅔ Ducat - James V 3rd Coinage?
Check the weight 3.82g and diameter 19mm and the metal (95.8% gold) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.