James I’s 1613 Unite: Crowned Gold and the Birth of British Identity > 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.

This coin reflects the political and economic ambitions of a monarch seeking to unify his two kingdoms under a single currency.

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 アンティークコイン standardized piece.

Crafted from nearly pure 22-karat gold, weighing just over 13 grams.

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 crowned with a royal crown.

The rim bears the inscription "1613 XV," clearly marking the year and value in shillings.

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.

Well-preserved examples are sought after by serious collectors for their royal provenance and exquisite craftsmanship.

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.