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1 Farthing - Edward VII Arms with horizontal shading
| Copper-nickel | 2.84 g | 20.2 mm |
| Issuer | Jamaica |
|---|---|
| King | Edward VII (1901-1910) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1902-1903 |
| Value | 1 Farthing (1⁄960) |
| Currency | Pound (1822-1969) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 2.84 g |
| Diameter | 20.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#24799 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 59% |
Reverse
Coat of arms of Jamaica, with horizontal shading, within beaded circle.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
JAMAICA
🏵 FARTHING 🏵
INDUS UTERQUE SERVIET UNI
Translation: Both Indies serving one.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Farthing coin from Jamaica featuring Edward VII is that it was the first coin to bear the image of a British monarch on a Jamaican coin. Prior to this, Jamaican coins featured a depiction of a crowned shield with the motto "Industry, Commerce, and Peace." The introduction of the monarch's image on the coin was a symbol of Jamaica's growing connection to the British Empire and its commitment to the ideals of British rule.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1902 | 144000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1903 | 144000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Farthing - Edward VII (Arms with horizontal shading) 1902-1903 coin.
