This coin is a half merk, or six shillings 8 pence from Scotland, it is a large size billon issue coin that was issued when James VI was still in his minority.
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This coin is a half merk, or six shillings 8 pence from Scotland, it is a large size billon issue coin that was issued when James VI was still in his minority.
Impressive coin. Lots of character.
That's certainly a treasure for your collection.
I believe that's the first Half Merk I've ever seen.
That is a beauty
That is a beauty
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