1 Penny - Edward I Sterling type class 3a (1280–1281)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1280–1281 |
| Denomination | 1 Penny |
| Mint | Royal Mint · Llantrisant |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (925/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 1.380g · 0.0410 t oz |
| Diameter | 21.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 1387 |
Legend around crowned facing portrait within inner beaded circle. Note: crescent-shaped contraction marks, pearls in crown, drapery is foreshortened circle with hook ends
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Long cross pattée, trefoil of pellets in angles, mint name around.
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The 1280 1 Penny - Edward I Sterling type – class 3a is a circulating 1 penny coin issued from 1280 to 1281, struck in 92.5% silver. It weighs 1.38g and measures 21mm across. Reverse design: Long cross pattée, trefoil of pellets in angles, mint name around.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1280 1 Penny - Edward I Sterling type – class 3a worth?
No verified sale of the 1280 1 Penny - Edward I Sterling type – class 3a has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth about £1.74 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1280 1 Penny - Edward I Sterling type – class 3a?
Check the weight 1.38g and diameter 21mm and the metal (92.5% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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