RecordCoin (reverse), one shilling piece, from reign of James VI & I< 1 of 1 > Back
Coin (reverse), one shilling piece, from reign of James VI & IThis is the obverse of a silver one shilling piece minted at Edinburgh between 1604 and 1609, during the reign of James VI & I. The obverse has a crowned rose. The Latin inscription translates as 'James, by the Grace of God. A rose without thorns'. 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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