Scotland - Francis (1558-1560) and Mary (1542-1567), Copper Betrothal Medal 1553 (Copper, 5.93 gr, 29 mm). Very Fine. Commemorative coin from the 16th century, issued to mark the betrothal of Francis, Dauphin of France, son of Henri II of France; and Mary, the young Queen of Scots. The coin was minted in 1558, celebrating the political and dynastic union between two prominent European houses: the House of Valois of France and the House of Stuart of Scotland. Similar design as the gold 22 Shillings. We could only retace a silverBetrothal Medal 1553.

Lot 520

Scotland - Francis (1558-1560) and Mary (1542-1567), Copper Betrothal Medal 1553 (Copper, 5.93 gr, 29 mm). Very Fine. Commemorative coin from the 16th century, issued to mark the betrothal of Francis, Dauphin of France, son of Henri II of France; and Mary, the young Queen of Scots. The coin was minted in 1558, celebrating the political and dynastic union between two prominent European houses: the House of Valois of France and the House of Stuart of Scotland. Similar design as the gold 22 Shillings. We could only retace a silverBetrothal Medal 1553.

Category: World

Starting price: 700 €

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Lot 520