SCOTLAND. James VI. 1567-1625. AR ryal or "sword dollar" 30.34 gm. 42.5 mm. First coinage with thistle countermark, revaluation of 1578. 1570. Crowned shield of Scotland; I - R flanking, both letters crowned; IACOBVS 6 DEI GRATIA REX SCOTORVM / A sword, upright, a crown at the tip; a hand pointing - XXX in upper field; 15 - 70 across field in center; PRO ME SI MEREOR IN ME ("For me: against me if deserved" in reference to using the sword). S. 5472. Burns 350:6. Very Fine; nicely toned.

Ex Davissons E-Auction 30 (12 June 2019) lot 119 ($1300).