A Collection of Scottish Coins, the Property of a Gentleman

Alexander III (1249-1286), First coinage, Sterling, type V, Edinburgh, Alex, ale x’·o nie den, pelleted sceptre, 1.40g/12h (cf. SCBI 35, 143; B 64a-c and figs 94A-C, same obv. die; Lockett 754c; S 5045). Very fine with old cabinet toning £200-£300

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, A Collection of Scottish Coins, the Property of a Gentleman.

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Bt October 2016

This obverse die was used by both Alex and Wilam. Almost all type V coins are from the Edinburgh mint.