James VI Half Merk 1572
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Scotland Half Merk 1572.
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Scotland.
James VI (1567-1603).
Before accession to the English throne.
Second coinage, 1571-1580.
Half Merk (or Noble) 1572, (6s 8d, wt. 104 3/4 grs; 2/3 fine).
Obverse: Crowned shield between 6 and 8.
Reverse: Ornate cross with crowns and thistles in alternate angles, SALVVM FAC.
Silver, 6.42g, 30.5mm, mm cross.
Fine, small die crack at 6 O'clock.
