This rare 1613 James I unite stands as a masterwork of Stuart-era numismatics.

Produced in the years following the Union of the Crowns, when James I sought to forge a single British realm.

This coin reflects the political and economic ambitions of a monarch seeking to unify his two kingdoms under a single currency.

The unite was introduced in 1604 as a replacement for the earlier sovereign.

The 1613 issue represents the peak of early unite minting, with sharper details and consistent weight.

Made from fine 22-karat gold alloy, with a precise mass of 13.1 grams.

Worth twenty shillings—equivalent to a pound—it was among the most valuable coins of its era.

The obverse displays James I in profile, crowned and majestic, with the Latin motto proclaiming his divine right over Britain, France, and Ireland.

The back showcases a grand heraldic shield displaying the emblems of England, Scotland, France, and Ireland, all encircled by the Order of the Garter and topped with a royal crown.

The legend around the edge reads with the date 1613 and the denomination XV, indicating its value in shillings.

Very few examples survive in mint or near-mint state, making high-grade specimens extraordinarily rare.

During times of inflation or war, the gold was often reclaimed, アンティークコイン reducing the number of surviving specimens dramatically.

Surviving specimens in good condition are prized by collectors for their historical significance and artistry.

The iconography was deliberate—combining the symbols of four kingdoms into one coin to legitimize the union.

This coin transcends its role as currency—it is a political manifesto in gold.

Its enduring appeal lies in its craftsmanship, its story, and the quiet power it carries as a piece of England’s royal legacy.