1 Penny - John Short Cross type; class 4c obverse
Obverse
1 Penny - John Short Cross type; class 4c reverse
Reverse

1 Penny - John Short Cross type class 4c (1199–1216)

CountryEngland Year1199–1216 Denom1 Penny MetalSilver Melt ~£1.96
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CountryEngland (United Kingdom)
Year1199–1216
Denomination1 Penny
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionSilver
Weight1.430g
Diameter19.0mm
ShapeRound (irregular)
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Spink1349
Obverse

Legend around crowned facing bust, holding sceptre.

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Reverse

Voided short cross, with four pellets in angles.

+ WILLELM · ON · LVN

Silver content
Gross troy oz 0.0460
Purity unknown, melt value is approximate
Melt value (approx) £1.96

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About the 1199 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – class 4c

The 1199 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – class 4c is a circulating 1 penny coin issued from 1199 to 1216, struck in silver. It weighs 1.43g and measures 19mm 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 1199 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – class 4c worth?

No verified sale of the 1199 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – class 4c has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.96 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.

How do I identify the 1199 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – class 4c?

Check the weight 1.43g and diameter 19mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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