SCOTLAND. 1/2 Sword & Sceptre Piece, 1601. Edinburgh Mint. James VI. NGC EF-45. S-5462; Fr-47; KM-19; Burns-2. Obverse: Crowned coat-of-arms; Reverse: Sword and scepter crossed in saltire, thistle to left and right; crown above. One of the most popular types in the Scottish series, this beautiful example provides much charming details along with a soft golden color. Present on an uneven flan, with some marks on the edge, possibly indicating filing or a clip. A generally attractive example, and certain to appeal to the specialist in Scottish coins. <strong>To view all items from the Augustana Collection, click <a href="https://auctions.stacksbowers.com/lots?sort=auction_date_lot_number_asc&search=the+Augustana+Collection&limit=36&lots_range=upcoming"> here.</a></strong> From the Augustana Collection.