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1 Penny - John Short Cross type; class 5a1 ND
| Silver | 1.5 g | 18.6 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | John (1199-1216) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1204-1205 |
| Value | 1 Penny (1⁄240) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Diameter | 18.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#33160 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Voided short cross with quatrefoils of pellets in angles within inner beaded circle, moneyer and mint name around.
Lettering: RAVF ON LVNDE
Translation: Rauf of London
Comment
House of Plantagenet (1154-1399), John (1199-1216), Short Cross coinage, Class 5a1 (1204-05), London and Canterbury only.All issues bear the name of John's predecessor Henry, numerous moneyer and mint name variations exist.
Interesting fact
The 1 Penny coin from England, also known as the "Short Cross Penny," was minted during the reign of King John (1204-1205) and features a unique design. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of the king, while the reverse side features a cross with three pelicans, symbolizing the three aspects of the Holy Trinity. This particular coin is made of silver and weighs 1.5 grams. It's considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists, with some examples selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
