Silver Halfgroat, Crowned Rose. R: Crowned Thistle.
Spink Ref: 2659
Coin Diameter (mm): 17
James I reigned from 1603 to 1625 AD. James I united the crowns of England and Scotland, promoting the idea of divine right while navigating religious tensions and parliamentary resistance. His reign encouraged literature and learning, including commissioning the King James Bible, but financial and political challenges persisted throughout. Introduced the gold Unite coin.
Silver Halfgroat, Crowned Rose. R: Crowned Thistle.
Spink Ref: 2659
Coin Diameter (mm): 17
James I reigned from 1603 to 1625 AD. James I united the crowns of England and Scotland, promoting the idea of divine right while navigating religious tensions and parliamentary resistance. His reign encouraged literature and learning, including commissioning the King James Bible, but financial and political challenges persisted throughout. Introduced the gold Unite coin.
