1 Lion - Francis and Mary (2nd Period, Countermark of 1575)
Obverse
Crowned 'FM' monogram, flanked by left facing dolphins.
Lettering: FRA · ET · MA · D · G · R · R · SCOT · D · D · VIEN
Reverse
Crowned rampant lion.
Lettering: · VICIT · VERITAS · 1559 ·
Basic Information
Category
Coin
Technique
Hammered, Countermarked
Orientation
variable
Demonetization
Yes
Face Value
1 Silver Lion (Numeric: 0.00625) (Fraction: 1/160)
References
Sp #5450
Physical Characteristics
Composition
Billon (.0417 silver)
Weight
0.96 g
Size
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technical Details
Obverse Lettering
FRA · ET · MA · D · G · R · R · SCOT · D · D · VIEN
Reverse Lettering
· VICIT · VERITAS · 1559 ·
Comments
Countermarked with a heart and star in 1575 to certify that the coin was genuine.
