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

1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type class 5f (1257–1258)

CountryEngland Year1257–1258 Denom1 Penny MetalSilver Melt ~£1.97
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CountryEngland (United Kingdom)
Year1257–1258
Denomination1 Penny
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionSilver
Weight1.430g
Diameter18.0mm
ShapeRound (irregular)
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Spink1372
Obverse

Legend around crowned facing portrait, holding lis-tipped sceptre.

ҺЄNRICVS RЄX III’

Reverse

Legend around voided long cross, with central pellet, triple pellets in quarters.

ҺЄN RIO NLV NDЄ

Silver content
Gross troy oz 0.0460
Purity unknown, melt value is approximate
Melt value (approx) £1.97

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About the 1257 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 5f

The 1257 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 5f is a circulating 1 penny coin issued from 1257 to 1258, struck in silver. It weighs 1.43g and measures 18mm across. Reverse design: Legend around voided long cross, with central pellet, triple pellets in quarters.

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

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How much is the 1257 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 5f worth?

No verified sale of the 1257 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 5f has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.97 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.

How do I identify the 1257 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 5f?

Check the weight 1.43g and diameter 18mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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