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1 Farthing - George III 3rd issue; Proof
1799 year| Gold plated copper | - | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1760-1820) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1799 |
| Value | 1 Farthing (1⁄960) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Gold plated copper |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 1869 |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#27930 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Seated figure of Britannia facing left, trident in left hand, shield with Union flag resting on left, olive branch in raised right hand, legend above, denomination in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BRITANNIA
SOHO
1.FARTHING.
Engraver: Conrad Heinrich Küchler
Interesting fact
The 1 Farthing - George III (3rd issue; Proof) 1799 coin from the United Kingdom is interesting because it was minted during a time when the British Empire was expanding its territories and influence, and the coin's design reflects this. The coin features an image of King George III on one side and a depiction of a crowned shield with the words "BRITANNIA" and "1799" on the other. The use of the image of the king and the shield symbolizes the power and authority of the British monarchy during this time period. Additionally, the fact that it was made of gold-plated copper adds to its value and rarity, making it a highly sought-after collector's item for numismatists.
