Spotlight on the 1613-15 James I Unite Gold Coin > 자유게시판

This rare 1613 James I unite stands as a masterwork of Stuart-era numismatics.

Minted during the reign of King James I, who also ruled as James VI of Scotland.

It embodies James I’s grand vision of a consolidated British state through standardized coinage.

Replacing the Tudor-era sovereign, the unite marked a deliberate shift toward imperial symbolism.

And by 1613 it had evolved into a more refined and standardized piece.

Weighing approximately 13.1 grams and struck in 22 karat gold.

Worth twenty shillings—equivalent to a pound—it was among the most valuable coins of its era.

On the front, a regal, crowned portrait of James I gazes right, encircled by the Latin legend: "James, by the Grace of God, King of Great Britain, France, and Ireland".

The reverse displays a majestic royal shield bearing the coats of arms of England Scotland France and Ireland, encircled by the Garter and アンティーク コイン crowned with a royal crown.

Encircling the coin’s edge, the legend "1613 XV" formally declares both its minting year and its worth of fifteen units.

Its scarcity in top condition is what elevates it to numismatic legend.

Many examples were melted down over the centuries due to their gold content, especially during periods of economic instability.

Numismatists highly value intact specimens for their blend of historical weight and artistic mastery.

Every element of the coin was chosen to reinforce James’s dream of a single, unified British nation.

Today, the 1613 15 James I unite is not just a relic of monetary history but a window into the political vision of its time.

Its enduring appeal lies in its craftsmanship, its story, and the quiet power it carries as a piece of England’s royal legacy.