RecordTouchpiece (reverse), of James VIII and III< 1 of 1 > Back
Touchpiece (reverse), of James VIII and IIIA touchpiece was a coin given to a sufferer of 'scrofula', a form of tuberculosis, by a monarch, who were believed to have a divine power of healing. This is the reverse of a gold touchstone of James VIII, 'The Old Pretender', from 1708. The reverse is decorated with a representation of Michael slaying the dragon. The Latin inscription reads 'Soli deo gloria'. The touchpiece is perforated for suspension. James VIII was still in exile when the touchpiece was made. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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