Scottish Hammered Coinage

Scottish hammered coinage spans several centuries of political change, economic development, and evolving minting practices. From the early issues of the 13th century through the refined Renaissance‑influenced coinages of the Stewart monarchs, Scottish coins display a distinctive artistic tradition and a monetary system that often developed independently from that of England. These pieces provide valuable insight into Scotland’s medieval and early modern history, reflecting shifts in royal authority, mint organisation, and national identity.

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Alexander III

1249–1286

WSH 7921 — Cut Halfpenny

ALEXANDER III. 1249–1286. Cut Halfpenny. First coinage. Head left with sceptre. ALE[ ] (Alexander of Aberdeen or Edinburgh).

£25.00

Charles I

1625–1649

WSH 7580 — Twenty Pence

CHARLES I. 1625–1649. Twenty Pence. Third Coinage, Type III. CAR D G MAG FR FR ET HI R. Crowned bust left; XX behind. ® IVST THRONVM FIRMAT. Crown over thistle. Spink # 5588A. 16 mm. The obverse legend reads FR FR in error for BR FR, and the coin lacks Falconer's initial. A similar coin, possibly from the same dies, is listed by A. B. Richardson, Catalogue of the Scottish Coins in the National Museum of Antiquities, Edinburgh, No. 62. See also BNJ XXXIX, pp. 139–140.

£95.00