1 Penny - Richard II Tower Type III (1390–1399)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1390–1399 |
| Denomination | 1 Penny |
| Mint | Royal Mint · Llantrisant |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.000g |
| Diameter | 17.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
| Spink | 1689 |
Crowned facing portrait of King Richard II
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Long cross pattée, three pellets in quarters
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The 1390 1 Penny - Richard II Tower – Type III is a circulating 1 penny coin issued from 1390 to 1399, struck in silver. It weighs 1g and measures 17mm across. Reverse design: Long cross pattée, three pellets in quarters.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1390 1 Penny - Richard II Tower – Type III worth?
No verified sale of the 1390 1 Penny - Richard II Tower – Type III has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.36 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1390 1 Penny - Richard II Tower – Type III?
Check the weight 1g and diameter 17mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.