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          James VI penny

          James VI penny

          A penny made during the reign of James VI (1567–1625). A first issue from 1614, it’s an example of coinage issued after James VI acceded to the English throne.

          A triple thistle features on the heads side of the coin. The legend means ‘James by the grace of God, [King of] Great Britain’. This appears as: ‘IACOBVS DEI GRA. MAG. BRIT’.

          The crowned lion rampant on the reverse has a single pellet behind. Latin text here translates as ‘King of France and Ireland’. It is written: ‘FRANCIE ET HIBERNIE REX’.

          James VI was the first Protestant King of Scotland. As Elizabeth I’s nearest heir, he came to rule both kingdoms upon her death in 1603.

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          Date Made
          1614
          Dimensions
          1 x 20mm
          Material
          Copper alloy/Alloy/Metal/BM Processed
          Time Period
          17th century, Post-medieval
          Property Information
          St Peter's Kirk, Duffus
          Object Number
          E1451
          Access Status
          Storage

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