1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type; class 2a obverse
Obverse
1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type; class 2a reverse
Reverse

1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type class 2a (1247)

CountryEngland Year1247 Denom1 Penny MetalSilver Melt ~£1.82
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CountryEngland (United Kingdom)
Year1247
Denomination1 Penny
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionSilver
Weight1.330g
Diameter17.0mm
ShapeRound (irregular)
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Spink1361
Obverse

Legend around crowned facing portrait without sceptre.

hENRICVS REX TERCI

Reverse

Voided long cross pommée with pellet at centre and trefoil in each angle, legend around.

NIC OLE ONL VND

Silver content
Gross troy oz 0.0428
Purity unknown, melt value is approximate
Melt value (approx) £1.82

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About the 1247 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 2a

The 1247 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 2a is a circulating 1 penny coin, struck in silver. It weighs 1.33g and measures 17mm across. Reverse design: Voided long cross pommée with pellet at centre and trefoil in each angle, legend around.

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

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How much is the 1247 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 2a worth?

No verified sale of the 1247 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 2a has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.82 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.

How do I identify the 1247 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 2a?

Check the weight 1.33g and diameter 17mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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