Penny - Æthelred II Long Cross type obverse
Obverse
Penny - Æthelred II Long Cross type reverse
Reverse

Penny - Æthelred II Long Cross type (997–1003)

CountryEngland Year997–1003 Denom1 Penny MintRoyal Mint MetalSilver Melt ~£2.12
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CountryEngland (United Kingdom)
Year997–1003
Denomination1 Penny
MintRoyal Mint · Llantrisant
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionSilver
Weight1.760g
Diameter21.0mm
ShapeRound (irregular)
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Obverse

Bare-headed bust left, legend around.

Reverse

Voided long cross with each limb terminating in three crescents.

Silver content
Gross troy oz 0.0566
Purity unknown, melt value is approximate
Melt value (approx) £2.12

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About the 997 Penny - Æthelred II Long Cross type

The 997 Penny - Æthelred II Long Cross type is a circulating 1 penny coin issued from 997 to 1003, struck in silver. It weighs 1.76g and measures 21mm across. Reverse design: Voided long cross with each limb terminating in three crescents.

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

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How much is the 997 Penny - Æthelred II Long Cross type worth?

No verified sale of the 997 Penny - Æthelred II Long Cross type has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £2.12 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.

How do I identify the 997 Penny - Æthelred II Long Cross type?

Check the weight 1.76g and diameter 21mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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