1 Penny - John Short Cross type; 6a obverse
Obverse
1 Penny - John Short Cross type; 6a reverse
Reverse

1 Penny - John Short Cross type 6a (1210–1213)

CountryEngland Year1210–1213 Denom1 Penny MetalSilver Melt ~£1.98
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CountryEngland (United Kingdom)
Year1210–1213
Denomination1 Penny
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionSilver
Weight1.440g
Diameter18.5mm
ShapeRound (irregular)
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Spink1353
Obverse

Legend around crowned facing bust, holding sceptre. Note: smaller portrait, with smaller X composed of thin strokes or short wedges

hENRICVS REX

Reverse

Voided short cross, with four pellets in angles.

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Silver content
Gross troy oz 0.0463
Purity unknown, melt value is approximate
Melt value (approx) £1.98

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About the 1210 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – 6a

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.

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