1 Penny - Edward I Sterling type class 8b (1294–1299)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1294–1299 |
| Denomination | 1 Penny |
| Mint | Royal Mint · Llantrisant |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (925/1000 fine) |
| Weight | 1.390g · 0.0413 t oz |
| Diameter | 19.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 1406 |
Legend around crowned facing portrait within inner beaded circle. Note: similar to 8a with wider drapery, top-tilted S
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Long cross pattée, trefoil of pellets in angles, mint name around.
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The 1294 1 Penny - Edward I Sterling type – class 8b is a circulating 1 penny coin issued from 1294 to 1299, struck in 92.5% silver. It weighs 1.39g and measures 19mm 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 1294 1 Penny - Edward I Sterling type – class 8b worth?
No verified sale of the 1294 1 Penny - Edward I Sterling type – class 8b 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 1294 1 Penny - Edward I Sterling type – class 8b?
Check the weight 1.39g and diameter 19mm and the metal (92.5% silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.