RecordSilver coin (reverse) showing a crowned shield with a lion rampant, 1582
Silver coin (reverse) showing a crowned shield with a lion rampant, 1582This is the reverse of a silver 20 shilling piece minted at Edinburgh in 1582, during the reign of James VI. The reverse has a crowned shield bearing a lion rampant. The shield is flanked by the letters 'IR' (for Iacobus Rex [King James]) and 'XX S' (for 20 shillings). The Latin inscription translates as: 'The King's power loveth judgement' (from Psalm 49). The coins of James VI's reign are considered to have the most beautiful designs and most varied legends of all Scottish coins. After the Union of the Crowns of 1603, Scottish gold and silver coins closely resembled their English counterparts. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below. |
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