Summary
Gold coin; Denomination: Ducat
Edinburgh mint
James V (1513-1542), Third Coinage
The ducat, also called a 'Bonnet piece' was current at 40 shillings.
Obverse Description
At centre within a line circle, bust of the King wearing bonnet and open coat facing right; around, (mm. Cross of St Andrew) IACOBVS 5 DEI GRA SCOTOR 1540
Reverse Description
Within a line circle, crowned shield bearing Scottish arms over a cross with foliated ends; around, + HONOR REGIS IVDICIVM DILIGIT (translation, The King's power loveth judgement)
Edge Description
Plain
More Information
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), 15 Mar 1976
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Acknowledgement
Purchased, Felton Bequest, 1929
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Date Issued
1540 AD
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Series
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Material
Gold
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Axis
02
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Classification
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Type of item
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Dimensions
23 mm (Outside Diameter), 5.584 g (Weight)
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Shape
Round
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References
[Book] 2003. Coins of Scotland Ireland and the Islands., Spink 5373 Pages