RecordSilver coin (reverse) with a crowned thistle head< 1 of 1 > Back
Silver coin (reverse) with a crowned thistle headThis is the reverse of a silver two shilling piece minted at Edinburgh between 1625 and 1636, during the reign of Charles I. The reverse has a crowned thistle head. The Latin inscription translates as: 'I reign under the auspices of Christ'. During Charles's reign the mill and screw coin press was introduced to Scotland by a Frenchman, Nicolas Briot, who was Master of the Mint for a time. The press lent Charles's coins a level of technical excellence previously unknown. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below. < 1 of 1 > Back |
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