A Collection of Scottish Coins, the Property of a Gentleman

Charles I (1625-1649), Third coinage, Falconer’s Anonymous issue, Twelve Shillings, mm. thistle-head, small letters, 5.62g/6h (Murray type 3; SCBI 35, 1520-1, same dies; B –; S 5564). Fine or better £100-£150

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, A Collection of Scottish Coins, the Property of a Gentleman.

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Bt Edinburgh Coin Shop April 1981

Towards the end of this Twelve-Shilling coinage, production standards began to slip - flans were oval rather than perfectly round, while dies, although seldom damaged, were often used until they were considerably worn.