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

1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type class 5g (1258–1270)

CountryEngland Year1258–1270 Denom1 Penny MetalSilver Melt ~£1.37
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CountryEngland (United Kingdom)
Year1258–1270
Denomination1 Penny
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionSilver
Weight1.000g
Diameter18.0mm
ShapeRound (irregular)
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Spink1373
Obverse

Legend around crowned facing portrait, holding sceptre. Note: similar to 5f but crown has thick single band with low central fleur

hЄNRICVS RЄX | III

Reverse

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

REN AVD ONL VND

Silver content
Gross troy oz 0.0322
Purity unknown, melt value is approximate
Melt value (approx) £1.37

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About the 1258 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 5g

The 1258 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 5g is a circulating 1 penny coin issued from 1258 to 1270, struck in silver. It weighs 1g and measures 18mm 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 1258 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 5g worth?

No verified sale of the 1258 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 5g has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.37 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.

How do I identify the 1258 1 Penny - Henry III Long Cross type – class 5g?

Check the weight 1g and diameter 18mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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