The 1823 Farthing - George IVGeorge IV Copper Farthing, dated 1823 and made at the Royal Mint. Note George IIII is used on the coin. Diameter 21mm, weighs 4.71g. SCBC 3822.
There is a less common variation where an 'I' is used instead of the '1' in the date.
The Reverse shows Britannia seated, facing right, holding a trident and olive branch. Her right hand rests on a Union shield and a lion lies to her left. Legend is BRITANNIAR: REX FID: DEF: with date below in exergue.
Edge is plain.
The Obverse, by Benedetto Pistrucci, is the laureate and draped bust of the King George IV facing left. Legend is GEORGIUS IIII DEI GRATIA.Image credit: Museums Victoria.
Mintage: 2,365,400 (may include coins in sets)
Minted at The Royal Mint
Minted in 1823. See Coins and Events of 1823
Monarch/Ruler: George IV (1820-1830)
Category: Farthings. See more Farthings coins
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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