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⅓ Farthing - Victoria 1st portrait
1844 year| Copper | 1.57 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Malta |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1844 |
| Value | ⅓ Farthing (1⁄2880) |
| Currency | Pound (1825-1972) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.57 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 1869 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#40634 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 49% |
Reverse
Seated figure of Britannia right, holding trident in left hand and shield bearing the Union flag in left, legend around and national flower emblems in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BRITANNIAR: REG: FID: DEF:
Unabridged legend: Britanniarum Regina Fidei Defensatrix
Translation: Queen of Britain Defender of the Faith
Edge
Plain
Comment
The standard weight of these pieces was 288 to the pound avoirdupois (1/18 ounce or 24.3 grains each). 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 featuring Queen Victoria's first portrait is a unique and interesting coin due to its unusual denomination. The coin was minted in 1844 and was made of copper, weighing 1.57 grams. What makes it stand out is that it was minted during a time when the Farthing denomination was not commonly used in Malta. The Farthing was a British denomination, and Malta, being a British colony at the time, adopted the same currency system. However, the ⅓ Farthing coin was specifically minted for use in Malta and was not circulated in Britain. This coin is a rare and interesting piece of numismatic history, showcasing the unique financial systems and currency variations that existed during the British colonial era.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1844 | 1301040 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ⅓ Farthing - Victoria (1st portrait) 1844 coin.
