© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
© John Conduitt (CC BY-SA)
1 Farthing - James I Harington issue; type 1b ND
| Copper | 0.3 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| King | James I (1603-1625) |
| Type | Token |
| Years | 1613-1614 |
| Value | 1 Farthing (1⁄960) |
| Currency | Pound sterling (1158-1970) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.3 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#302493 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned harp centrally with legend around, fret/Harington Knot at start of legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering: # FRA. ET. HIB. REX
Unabridged legend: Franciae Et Hiberniae Rex
Translation: France and Ireland (continuation of obverse legend)
Comment
House of Stuart (1603-49), James I (1603-25), Harington type 1b copper farthing token.Everson 1b 11-14; Peck 1b 39-45. Some have a tin wash.
Privy marks are the central jewel of the crown on obverse: unmodified, trefoil, crescent and mullet.
James I and Charles I farthings were considered tokens as they were not legal tender. Despite featuring a harp, Harington farthing tokens were not used in Ireland.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token 1 Farthing - James I (Harington issue; type 1b) ND (1613-1614) from England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) made of Copper weighing 0.3 g is that it was issued during a time of great economic turmoil in England. The coin was minted during the reign of James I, who was facing financial difficulties due to his expensive military campaigns and lavish spending. As a result, the coin was made of copper, which was a less valuable metal than the silver or gold coins that were commonly used at the time. Despite its low value, the coin was still widely used and remained in circulation for many years, indicating the resourcefulness and resilience of the English people during a time of economic hardship.
