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

1 Penny - John Short Cross type class 6b (1213–1215)

CountryEngland Year1213–1215 Denom1 Penny MetalSilver Melt ~£1.99
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CountryEngland (United Kingdom)
Year1213–1215
Denomination1 Penny
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionSilver
Weight1.450g
Diameter19.0mm
ShapeRound (irregular)
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Spink1354
Obverse

Crowned facing bust with sceptre to the left, legend around. Note: very tall lettering and long rectangular face

hENRICVS REX

Reverse

Voided short cross with quatrefoils of pellets in angles within inner beaded circle, moneyer and mint name around.

+RAVF ON LVNDE

Silver content
Gross troy oz 0.0466
Purity unknown, melt value is approximate
Melt value (approx) £1.99

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About the 1213 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – class 6b

The 1213 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – class 6b is a circulating 1 penny coin issued from 1213 to 1215, 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 1213 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – class 6b worth?

No verified sale of the 1213 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – class 6b 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 1213 1 Penny - John Short Cross type – class 6b?

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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