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1 Farthing - George IV 2nd issue
| Copper | 4.72 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George IV (1820-1830) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1826-1831 |
| Value | 1 Farthing (1⁄960) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.72 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 1869 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#8082 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
Seated figure of Britannia facing right, trident in left hand, shield with Union flag in right, legend around, national flower emblems in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: BRITANNIAR: REX FID: DEF:
Unabridged legend: Britanniarum Rex Fidei Defensor
Translation: King of the Britains Defender of the Faith
Edge
Plain
Comment
The standard weight was one sixth ounce avoirdupois (72 11/12 grains) although can vary between 4.6-4.9g.For more detailed information on copper farthing varieties, please visit Aboutfarthings.
Interesting fact
The 1 Farthing coin from the United Kingdom, issued during the reign of George IV (1826-1831), features a unique design element - a small crown on the obverse (front) side of the coin, which was added to signify the coin's denomination. This small crown was not present on previous issues of the 1 Farthing coin, making it a distinctive feature of this particular issue.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1826 | 6666200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1827 | 2365400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1828 | 2365400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1829 | 1505200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1830 | 2365400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Farthing - George IV (2nd issue) 1826-1831 coin.
