1 Penny - Henry III Short Cross type; class 6c orn. obverse
Obverse
1 Penny - Henry III Short Cross type; class 6c orn. reverse
Reverse

1 Penny - Henry III Short Cross type class 6c orn. (1216–1247)

CountryEngland Year1216–1247 Denom1 Penny MetalSilver Melt ~£1.95
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CountryEngland (United Kingdom)
Year1216–1247
Denomination1 Penny
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionSilver
Weight1.420g
Diameter19.0mm
ShapeRound (irregular)
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Spink1355A
Obverse

Legend around crowned facing bust, holding sceptre. Note: various letters now ornamental in design, curls 3/3 left and right

hENRICVS REX

Reverse

Legend around voided cross, with four pellets in angles.

ILGER ON LVNDE

Silver content
Gross troy oz 0.0457
Purity unknown, melt value is approximate
Melt value (approx) £1.95

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About the 1216 1 Penny - Henry III Short Cross type – class 6c orn.

The 1216 1 Penny - Henry III Short Cross type – class 6c orn. is a circulating 1 penny coin issued from 1216 to 1247, struck in silver. It weighs 1.42g and measures 19mm across. Reverse design: Legend around voided cross, with four pellets in angles.

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

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How much is the 1216 1 Penny - Henry III Short Cross type – class 6c orn. worth?

No verified sale of the 1216 1 Penny - Henry III Short Cross type – class 6c orn. has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.95 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.

How do I identify the 1216 1 Penny - Henry III Short Cross type – class 6c orn.?

Check the weight 1.42g and diameter 19mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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