Summary
Silver coin; Denomination: Penny
Roxburgh Mint
William I (1165-1214)
Type: Short cross and stars phase B
William I is known as 'The Lion' for placing a lion on the arms of Scotland
Obverse Description
At centre within line circle crowned head of the King facing left with sceptre at left
Reverse Description
At centre within line circle short cross (double) with star in each angle
Edge Description
Plain
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), 15 Mar 1976
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Date Issued
circa 1210 AD
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Material
Silver
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Dimensions
19 mm (Outside Diameter), 1.438 g (Weight)
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Shape
Round
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References
[Book] 2003. Coins of Scotland Ireland and the Islands., Spink 5032 Pages
[Catalogue] Pullin, Ruth. 2011. Nature Revealed: Eugene von Guerard.
