© Dix Noonan Webb
© Dix Noonan Webb
1 Penny - John Short Cross type; class 5a2 ND
| Silver | 1.41 g | - |
| 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 | 1.41 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#301866 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Voided short cross with quatrefoils of pellets in angles within inner beaded circle, moneyer and mint name around.
Lettering: GOLD·WINE·ON·C
Translation: Goldwine of Canterbury
Comment
House of Plantagenet (1154-1399), John (1199-1216), Short Cross coinage, Class 5a2 (1204-05).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, United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies, made of Silver and weighing 1.41g, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's considered a "Short Cross" type, which refers to the design of the cross on the reverse side of the coin. Specifically, the cross has a short vertical stem and a broad, expanded crossbar. This design was used during the reign of King John (1204-1205), which adds to the coin's historical significance and value.
