1 Penny - Henry III Short Cross type; class 6d obverse
Obverse
1 Penny - Henry III Short Cross type; class 6d reverse
Reverse

1 Penny - Henry III Short Cross type class 6d (1216–1247)

CountryEngland Year1216–1247 Denom1 Penny MetalSilver Melt ~£1.93
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CountryEngland (United Kingdom)
Year1216–1247
Denomination1 Penny
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionSilver
Weight1.410g
ShapeRound (irregular)
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Spink1355C
Obverse

Legend around crowned facing bust, holding sceptre. Note: face less distinct in shape, N's containing a pellet along the crossbar

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Reverse

Legend around voided cross, with four pellets in angles.

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Silver content
Gross troy oz 0.0453
Purity unknown, melt value is approximate
Melt value (approx) £1.93

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About the 1216 1 Penny - Henry III Short Cross type – class 6d

The 1216 1 Penny - Henry III Short Cross type – class 6d is a circulating 1 penny coin issued from 1216 to 1247, struck in silver. It weighs 1.41g. 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 6d worth?

No verified sale of the 1216 1 Penny - Henry III Short Cross type – class 6d has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.93 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 6d?

Check the weight 1.41g and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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