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Accession No 1802.2813.4
Name/Title COIN; JAMES VI SCOTTISH SILVER FIVE SHILLINGS
Brief Description This Scottish silver five shilling coin is from the reign of King James VI of Scotland, and is dated 1594.

The obverse depicts King James VI dressed in armour with his head bars, while the reverse shows the crowned triple headed thistle of Scotland. This coin was minted during the 7th coinage period of King James VI, which dates between 1594 and 1601.
Classification Exchange Medium/Communication Artifacts/Nomenclature
Primary Prod Date 1594
Primary Prod Period James VI of Scotland Reign
Primary Prod Place Scotland
Measurement Reading 3.2cm
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