Great Britain. James I (1603-1625). Gold Sovereign of Twenty Shillings, undated. First Coinage (21 May 1603 to 10 November 1604), first crowned half-length armoured figure of King right, holding orb with sceptre on shoulder, beaded circles surrounding, mint mark thistle (21 May 1603 to 22 May 1604) at start of legend both sides, legend: IACOBVS. D'. G'. ANG'. SCO'. FRAN'. ET. HIB'. REX. Rev. Crown over quartered shield of arms, I to left, R to right, beaded circle surrounding, legend: .EXVRGAT. DEVS. DISSIPENTVR. INIMICI., 11.00g (Fr 226; S.2608; N 2065). Well struck on a full flan. Very Rare. In PCGS holder graded AU 53. Estimated Value $10,000 - UP
In 1603 Queen Elizabeth I had died and was succeeded by King James VI of Scotland, the son of Mary Queen of Scots and Lord Darnley. He became James I of England, and united the two thrones.
PCGS Certification Number 45908769Jam Ex The Century Collection.