CNG 109, Lot: 1036. Estimate $1000. Sold for $1500. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

SCOTLAND. James VI. 1567-1625. AR Two-thirds ryal (38mm, 19.95 g, 2h). First coinage. Edinburgh mint. Dated 1568. Crowned royal coat-of-arms; crowned I R across field / Upright sword surmounted by crown; hand pointing toward XX (mark of value); 15 68 across field. Cf. Burns 3 and fig. 922 (for type with c/m); SCBC 5474. Good VF, toned. Rare date.

From the Dr. William E. Triest Collection.