Thistle Merk Publique Deposited
A silver coin of Scotland, issued in the eighth coinage of James VI, and bearing the dates 1601 to 1604, inclusive. The obverse has a thistle crowned, and its weight is one hundred and five grains. The half, quarter, and one eighth Merk were struck during the same period.
- Frey's Dictionary (American Journal of Numismatics, Vol. 50, 1916)