The 1858 Farthing - VictoriaCopper Farthing (quarter penny) of Queen Victoria. Diameter 22mm and weighs 4.77g. SCBC: 3950.
The Reverse shows Britannia facing right, sitting on a rock holding a trident and shield. In exergue there is a combined rose, thistle and shamrock.
Edge is plain.
The Obverse, by WIlliam Wyon, shows a portrait of Queen Victoria facing left with her hair tied back with a loose curl. Designer (and engraver) initials 'WW' on neck.Image credit: The Royal Mint
Mintage: 1,720,000 (may include coins in sets)
Minted at The Royal Mint
Minted in 1858. See Coins and Events of 1858
Monarch/Ruler: Victoria (1837-1901)
Category: Farthings. See more Farthings coins
and see which Farthings coins have the lowest mintage.
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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 | Victoria Farthing Pre 1860 Good Condition Choose Your Coin £ 5.95 |
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 | 1858 Queen Victoria Copper Farthing Coin £ 6.99 |
 | 1838 - 1858 Farthings Lot (12 Coins) - Victoria British Copper Coins £ 55.00 |
 | 1858 Queen Victoria Young Head Farthing Coin F £ 21.50 |
 | Queen Victoria - 1858 Copper Farthing £ 29.82 |
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