1 Farthing - Henry III Long Cross type; class 5b obverse
Obverse
1 Farthing - Henry III Long Cross type; class 5b reverse
Reverse

1 Farthing - Henry III Long Cross type class 5b (1250–1272)

CountryEngland Year1250–1272 Denom1 Farthing MintRoyal Mint MetalSilver Melt ~£0.44
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CountryEngland (United Kingdom)
Year1250–1272
Denomination1 Farthing
MintRoyal Mint · Llantrisant
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionSilver
Weight0.370g
Diameter9.0mm
ShapeQuarter circle
OrientationVariable alignment ↺
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Obverse

Lower right segment of forward facing portrait with sceptre to the left, legend around.

Reverse

Legend around voided long cross, trefoil of pellets in angles.

Silver content
Gross troy oz 0.0119
Purity unknown, melt value is approximate
Melt value (approx) £0.44

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About the 1250 1 Farthing - Henry III Long Cross type – class 5b

The 1250 1 Farthing - Henry III Long Cross type – class 5b is a circulating 1 farthing coin issued from 1250 to 1272, struck in silver. It weighs 0.37g and measures 9mm across. Reverse design: Legend around voided long cross, trefoil of pellets in angles.

It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.

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How do I identify the 1250 1 Farthing - Henry III Long Cross type – class 5b?

Check the weight 0.37g and diameter 9mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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