James I (1603-25), Shilling, first coinage (1603-04), second bust, mm lis

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James I (1603-25), Shilling, first coinage (1603-04), second crowned bust right, value behind, beaded linear circles, mintmark lis (1604-05), legend surrounds IACOBVS DG ANG SCO FRA ET HIB REX. Rev,…
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James I (1603-25), Shilling, first coinage (1603-04), second crowned bust right, value behind, beaded linear circles, mintmark lis (1604-05), legend surrounds IACOBVS DG ANG SCO FRA ET HIB REX. Rev, square topped quartered shield of arms, reads EXVRGAT DEVS DISSIPENTVR INIMICI, 6.29g (S.2646; N.2073).

Set out on a slightly irregular flan, legends legible with few soft spots. Portrait and overall bust consistently well detailed and impressive, few very mild annealing flaws. Reverse, shield and legends generally clear. Very fine, portrait pleasing, toned with residual bloom.

Specification

Period 1603 - 1625
Date 1603-04
Coin Group

British

Coin Ruler

James I

Country

England

Coin House

House of Stuart

Metal

Silver

Mint Mark

Lis

References S.2646; N.2073
Weight 6.29 g

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