1 Penny - John Short Cross type 6a (1210–1213)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1210–1213 |
| Denomination | 1 Penny |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.440g |
| Diameter | 18.5mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 1353 |
Legend around crowned facing bust, holding sceptre. Note: smaller portrait, with smaller X composed of thin strokes or short wedges
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Voided short cross, with four pellets in angles.
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The 1210 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – 6a is a circulating 1 penny coin issued from 1210 to 1213, struck in silver. It weighs 1.44g and measures 18.5mm across. Reverse design: Voided short 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 1210 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – 6a worth?
No verified sale of the 1210 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – 6a has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.98 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1210 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – 6a?
Check the weight 1.44g and diameter 18.5mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.