1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type; class 5b obverse
Obverse
1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type; class 5b reverse
Reverse

1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type class 5b (1253)

CountryEngland Year1253 Denom1 Penny MetalSilver Melt ~£1.92
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CountryEngland (United Kingdom)
Year1253
Denomination1 Penny
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionSilver
Weight1.400g
Diameter18.0mm
ShapeRound (irregular)
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Spink1368
Obverse

Legend around crowned facing portrait, with sceptre in right hand. Note: varieties exist (see below)

hЄNRICVS RЄX | III

Reverse

Legend around long voided cross with trefoil of pellets in angles. Note: varieties exist (see below)

NIC | OLЄ | ON L | VND

Silver content
Gross troy oz 0.0450
Purity unknown, melt value is approximate
Melt value (approx) £1.92

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About the 1253 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 5b

The 1253 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 5b is a circulating 1 penny coin, struck in silver. It weighs 1.4g and measures 18mm across. Reverse design: Legend around long voided cross with trefoil of pellets in angles. Note: varieties exist (see below).

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

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How much is the 1253 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 5b worth?

No verified sale of the 1253 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 5b has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.92 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.

How do I identify the 1253 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 5b?

Check the weight 1.4g and diameter 18mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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