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1 Farthing - George VI without '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 | 1949-1952 |
| Value | 1 Farthing (1⁄960) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1.31 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 1960 |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#7182 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
Eurasian wren left (Troglodytes troglodytes), date above and denomination below (from the Greek 'troglodytes' meaning cave-dweller).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1950
HWP
FARTHING
Engraver: Harold Wilson Parker
Edge
Plain
Comment
The original weight of these pieces was 160 to the pound or one tenth ounce avoirdupois (43.75 grains).Interesting fact
The 1 Farthing coin from the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies, minted between 1949 and 1952, features an interesting design element. The coin's reverse side depicts a wren, which is a small bird commonly found in the British Isles. This design was chosen to represent the country's natural beauty and diversity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 | 8424000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1950 | 17500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1951 | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1952 | 5251200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (without 'IND:IMP') 1949-1952 coin.
