SCOTLAND. Thistle Merk, 1603. Edinburgh Mint. James VI. PCGS EF-40. S-5497; KM-16. Eighth coinage. Obverse: Crowned coat-of-arms; Reverse: Crowned thistle. Quite wholesome and original, this lightly handled hammered issue features an alluring cabinet tone and only honest, even wear upon the high points. Despite being housed in an older generation holder, this example remains the finest certified in the PCGS census.
