Penny - Edward Expanding Cross type; light issue obverse
Obverse
Penny - Edward Expanding Cross type; light issue reverse
Reverse

Penny - Edward Expanding Cross type light issue (1050–1053)

CountryEngland Year1050–1053 Denom1 Penny MintRoyal Mint MetalSilver Melt ~£1.37
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CountryEngland (United Kingdom)
Year1050–1053
Denomination1 Penny
MintRoyal Mint · Llantrisant
CirculationCirculating
DemonetisedYes
CompositionSilver
Weight1.160g
Diameter18.0mm
ShapeRound (irregular)
Grade scaleUK (EF/UNC)
Obverse

Diademed bust left with sceptre before, legend around.

Reverse

Voided short cross with expanding limbs, central circle around pellet-in-circle, moneyer/

Silver content
Gross troy oz 0.0373
Purity unknown, melt value is approximate
Melt value (approx) £1.37

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About the 1050 Penny - Edward Expanding Cross type – light issue

The 1050 Penny - Edward Expanding Cross type – light issue is a circulating 1 penny coin issued from 1050 to 1053, struck in silver. It weighs 1.16g and measures 18mm across. Reverse design: Voided short cross with expanding limbs, central circle around pellet-in-circle, moneyer/.

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

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How much is the 1050 Penny - Edward Expanding Cross type – light issue worth?

No verified sale of the 1050 Penny - Edward Expanding Cross type – light issue has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.37 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.

How do I identify the 1050 Penny - Edward Expanding Cross type – light issue?

Check the weight 1.16g and diameter 18mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.

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