What currency should an independent Scotland adopt?

If Scotland does vote for independence it must decide the future of its currency

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IN THE event of a 'Yes' vote in Scotland's referendum, and the establishment of independence, what currency should the country adopt? Various suggestions from keeping the pound to setting up a brand new currency have been put forward.

As Chancellor George Osbone nails his colours to the mast, here are the options:

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