1 Penny - John Short Cross type class 5b (1205–1207)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1205–1207 |
| Denomination | 1 Penny |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.450g |
| Diameter | 19.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 1351 |
Crowned facing bust with sceptre to the left, legend around. Note: regular S, circular pelleted curls, cross pattee as initial mark on reverse
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Voided short cross with quatrefoils of pellets in angles within inner beaded circle, moneyer and mint name around.
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Daily limit reachedAbout the 1205 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – class 5b
The 1205 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – class 5b is a circulating 1 penny coin issued from 1205 to 1207, struck in silver. It weighs 1.45g and measures 19mm across. Reverse design: Voided short cross with quatrefoils of pellets in angles within inner beaded circle, moneyer and mint name around.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1205 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – class 5b worth?
No verified sale of the 1205 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – class 5b has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.99 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1205 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – class 5b?
Check the weight 1.45g and diameter 19mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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