1 Penny - Henry II Short Cross type class 1b1 (1180–1182)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1180–1182 |
| Denomination | 1 Penny |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.380g |
| Diameter | 20.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 1344 |
Crowned facing bust of King Henry II, sceptre to the left, legend around. Note: fine portrait, curls 2 left and 5 right, stop before REX on most coins
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Voided short cross with quatrefoils of pellets in angles within inner beaded circle, moneyer and mint name around.
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The 1180 1 Penny - Henry II Short Cross type – class 1b1 is a circulating 1 penny coin issued from 1180 to 1182, struck in silver. It weighs 1.38g and measures 20mm across. Reverse design: Voided short cross with quatrefoils of pellets in angles within inner beaded circle, moneyer and mint name around.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1180 1 Penny - Henry II Short Cross type – class 1b1 worth?
No verified sale of the 1180 1 Penny - Henry II Short Cross type – class 1b1 has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.90 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1180 1 Penny - Henry II Short Cross type – class 1b1?
Check the weight 1.38g and diameter 20mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.