The 1860 Farthings - Victoria (Copper) ProofCopper farthings were used from 1838 until 1860 when they were replaced by Bronze farthings as bronze can give a better quality longer lasting coin. In 1860 both the copper and bronze farthings were issued. SCBC: 3950.
It's easy to tell the difference - the copper farthing (the one shown) has the date on the obverse; the bronze farthing has the date on the reverse. The bronze farthing is also smaller. The identification is important as the 1860 copper farthing is rare and many thousands of pounds more expensive.
The coin has a diameter of 22mm and a weight of 4.713g.
The Reverse shows Britannia facing right with trident and shield. Legend BRITANNIAR: REG: FID: DEF:. At the bottom in the exergue is a rose, thistle and shamrock intertwined representing the countries of Great Britain.
Edge is plain.
The Obverse shows a portrait of Queen Victoria by William Wyon. His initials, 'W W' are on the truncation of the neck. Legend is VICTORIA DEI GRATIA with date below.Image credit: Museums Victoria.
Mintage: Rare
Minted at The Royal Mint
Minted in 1860. See Coins and Events of 1860
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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