Scotland ⅔ Ryal - James VI 1st Coinage (1561–1571)
| Country | Scotland (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1561–1571 |
| Denomination | ⅔ Ryal |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.916) (916/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 20.360g · 0.5996 t oz |
| Diameter | 37.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 5474 |
Crowned royal arms of Scotland, crowned 'I' to the left and crowned 'R' to the right.
· IACOBVS · 6 · DEI · GRATIA · REX · SCOTORVM ·
Crowned sword flanked by the value and the date.
.·. PRO · ME · SI · MEREOR · IN · ME .·.
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The 1561 Scotland ⅔ Ryal - James VI 1st Coinage is a circulating ⅔ ryal coin issued from 1561 to 1571, struck in 91.6% silver. It weighs 20.36g and measures 37mm across. Reverse design: Crowned sword flanked by the value and the date.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1561 Scotland ⅔ Ryal - James VI 1st Coinage worth?
No verified sale of the 1561 Scotland ⅔ Ryal - James VI 1st Coinage has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £26.78 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1561 Scotland ⅔ Ryal - James VI 1st Coinage?
Check the weight 20.36g and diameter 37mm and the metal (91.6% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
