Description
1724 George I Farthing – VF Condition – £75
Historical Information: This 1724 farthing was minted during the reign of King George I, who ruled Great Britain from 1714 to 1727. The farthing was a small denomination coin used in everyday transactions, reflecting the economic conditions and coinage practices of early 18th-century Britain.
Design Details:
- Obverse: Features a laureate and cuirassed portrait of King George I facing right, with the legend “GEORGIVS · REX·” around the edge.
- Reverse: Depicts a seated figure of Britannia facing left, holding a trident in her left hand and a branch in her right hand, with a shield bearing the Union flag resting beside her. The date “1724” is inscribed below.
Metal Content:
- Composition: Copper
Size and Weight:
- Diameter: Approximately 22 mm
- Weight: Approximately 4.5 grams
Catalogue References:
- Numista: 1 Farthing – George I (‘Dump’ issue)
- NGC: Great Britain Farthing KM 556
- Spink: Spink 3660
- KM: KM# 556
Condition:
- Grade: Very Fine (VF)
- Holder: Coin is securely held in a Hartberger holder.
Price:
- £75
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