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 | 1.100g |
| Diameter | 18.0mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Grade scale | UK (EF/UNC) |
Diademed bust left, holding trefoil-tipped sceptre.
Voided short cross with quatrefoil, pellets central and in each angle.
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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 1.1g and measures 18mm across. Reverse design: Voided short cross with quatrefoil, pellets central and in each angle.
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 £1.31 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 1.1g and diameter 18mm and the metal (silver) against the specification table on this page. The reverse design is described above.
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