1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type; class 3a1 obverse
Obverse
1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type; class 3a1 reverse
Reverse

1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type class 3a1 (1248–1249)

CountryEngland Year1248–1249 Denom1 Penny MetalSilver Melt ~£1.98
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CountryEngland (United Kingdom)
Year1248–1249
Denomination1 Penny
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionSilver
Weight1.450g
Diameter19.0mm
Thickness0.90mm
ShapeRound (irregular)
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Spink1362
Obverse

Legend around crowned facing portrait without sceptre. Note: class 2 bust

hENRICVS:REX·III

Reverse

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

NIC OLE ONL VND

Silver content
Gross troy oz 0.0466
Purity unknown, melt value is approximate
Melt value (approx) £1.98

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About the 1248 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 3a1

The 1248 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 3a1 is a circulating 1 penny coin issued from 1248 to 1249, struck in silver. It weighs 1.45g and measures 19mm 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 much is the 1248 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 3a1 worth?

No verified sale of the 1248 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 3a1 has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.98 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.

How do I identify the 1248 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 3a1?

Check the weight 1.45g and diameter 19mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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