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⅓ Farthing - Edward VII
1902 year| Bronze | 0.94 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Malta |
|---|---|
| King | Edward VII (1901-1910) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1902 |
| Value | ⅓ Farthing (1⁄2880) |
| Currency | Pound (1825-1972) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 0.94 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 1960 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#19480 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 28% |
Reverse
Crowned denomination above date, laurel wreath surrounding.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ONE THIRD
FARTHING
1902
Edge
Plain
Comment
The original weight of these pieces was one thirtieth ounce, making them the lightest bronze issues in the British series. Struck for use in Malta, where they corresponded in value with the old Maltese grano, third-farthings were never legal tender in the United Kingdom.Interesting fact
The ⅓ Farthing coin from Malta, minted in 1902 during the reign of King Edward VII, is a unique coin in the sense that it has a distinctive "keyhole" shape, which was designed to prevent the coin from being easily counterfeited. This distinctive shape, combined with the coin's small size and bronze composition, makes it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1902 | 288000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅓ Farthing - Edward VII 1902 coin.
