England 1 Penny - Henry III, 1216 – 1247
Short Cross type; class 6c orn.
Information
Country
England
England
Currency
Pound sterling
(1158 – 1970)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Penny
Year
1216 – 1247
Ruler
Henry III
(1216–1272)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.42
Diameter (mm)
19
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Penny from England. Issued from 1216 to 1247. Struck in Silver. Measures 19 mm and weighs 1.42 g.
- Obverse
- Legend around crowned facing bust, holding sceptre. Note: various letters now ornamental in design, curls 3/3 left and right (King Henry)
- Reverse
- Legend around voided cross, with four pellets in angles. (Ilger of London)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1216-1247) | — | London mint |
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