Penny - Harthacnut Arm and Sceptre type (1040–1042)
| Country | England (United Kingdom) |
| Year | 1040–1042 |
| Denomination | 1 Penny |
| Mint | Royal Mint · Llantrisant |
| Circulation | Circulating |
| Demonetised | Yes |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.110g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
Diademed bust left, sceptre before
Quadrilateral with pellet at each apex over long cross voided, a pellet at centre,
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The 1040 Penny - Harthacnut Arm and Sceptre type is a circulating 1 penny coin issued from 1040 to 1042, struck in silver. It weighs 1.11g. Reverse design: Quadrilateral with pellet at each apex over long cross voided, a pellet at centre,.
It is no longer legal tender, so its value is to collectors only.
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How much is the 1040 Penny - Harthacnut Arm and Sceptre type worth?
No verified sale of the 1040 Penny - Harthacnut Arm and Sceptre type has been logged on MyCoinage yet. Its silver content is worth up to £1.33 at today's spot price, which puts a floor under its value.
How do I identify the 1040 Penny - Harthacnut Arm and Sceptre type?
Check the weight 1.11g and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.