England 1 Penny Henry III, 1247

Long Cross type; class 1b

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country England England
Currency Pound sterling (1158 – 1970)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination 1 Penny
Year 1247
Ruler Henry III (1216–1272)
Composition Silver
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 1.51
Diameter (mm) 18
Demonetized Yes

Description

1 Penny from England. Issued in 1247. Struck in Silver. Measures 18 mm and weighs 1.51 g.

Obverse
Crowned facing bust of King Henry III, legend around. (Henry King of Eng ...)
Reverse
Voided long cross pommée with pellet at center and trefoil in each angle, legend around. (... land the Third London)

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (1247)  — Bury St Edmunds mint
ND (1247)  — Canterbury mint
ND (1247)  — London mint 92%

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