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1 Penny - John Short Cross type; class 4c ND
| Silver | 1.43 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | John (1199-1216) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1199-1216 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.43 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#320709 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Voided short cross, with four pellets in angles.
Lettering: + WILLЄLM · ON · LVN
Translation: Willelm of London
Comment
House of Plantagenet (1154-1399), John (1199-1216), Short Cross coinage, Class 4c.The coins of Class 4 all bear the name of John's father, Henry and were issued during the reigns of Henry II, Richard and John.
Numerous moneyer and mint name varieties exist.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Penny - John (Short Cross type; class 4c) ND (1199-1216) coin from England is that it was minted during the reign of King John, who is infamous for his conflicts with the Church and his barons, leading to the signing of the Magna Carta in 1215.
