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1 Farthing - George VI with 'IND:IMP'
| Bronze | 2.83 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1937-1948 |
| Value | 1 Farthing (1⁄960) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1.38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 1960 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#3310 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 4% |
Reverse
Eurasian wren left (Troglodytes troglodytes), date above and denomination below (from the Greek 'troglodytes' meaning cave-dweller).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1938
HWP
FARTHING
Engraver: Harold Wilson Parker
Edge
Plain
Comment
The standard weight of these pieces was 160 to the pound or one tenth ounce avoirdupois (43.75 grains).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Farthing coin from the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies, minted between 1937 and 1948, is that it features a unique design on its reverse side. The coin's reverse features a crowned shield with the inscription "IND:IMP" (short for "Industry and Commerce") surrounded by a wreath of oak leaves. This design was specifically created to represent the country's commitment to industry and commerce during the reign of King George VI.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | 26400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1938 | 7449600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1939 | 31440000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1940 | 18360000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1941 | 27312000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1942 | 28857600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1943 | 33345600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1944 | 25137600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1945 | 23736000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1946 | 24364800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1947 | 14745600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1948 | 16622400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Farthing - George VI (with 'IND:IMP') 1937-1948 coin.
