1 Penny - Richard III Durham; Bp. Sherwood obverse
Obverse
1 Penny - Richard III Durham; Bp. Sherwood reverse
Reverse

1 Penny - Richard III Durham Bp. Sherwood (1483–1485)

CountryEngland Year1483–1485 Denom1 Penny MetalSilver Melt ~£1.05
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CountryEngland (United Kingdom)
Year1483–1485
Denomination1 Penny
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionSilver
Weight0.780g
Diameter15.0mm
ShapeRound (irregular)
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Spink2169
Obverse

Crowned facing bust of King Richard III, S on neck.

RICARD DEI GRA REX ANG

Reverse

Long cross with D in centre and three pellets in each quarter.

CIVI TAS DUR RAM

Silver content
Gross troy oz 0.0251
Purity unknown, melt value is approximate
Melt value (approx) £1.05

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About the 1483 1 Penny - Richard III Durham – Bp. Sherwood

The 1483 1 Penny - Richard III Durham – Bp. Sherwood is a circulating 1 penny coin issued from 1483 to 1485, struck in silver. It weighs 0.78g and measures 15mm across. Reverse design: Long cross with D in centre and three pellets in each quarter.

It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.

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How much is the 1483 1 Penny - Richard III Durham – Bp. Sherwood worth?

No verified sale of the 1483 1 Penny - Richard III Durham – Bp. Sherwood has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.05 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.

How do I identify the 1483 1 Penny - Richard III Durham – Bp. Sherwood?

Check the weight 0.78g and diameter 15mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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