How to collect Farthings
The Farthing was a small British coin that was worth one-quarter of an old penny - 1/960th of a Pound. Farthings were minted as early as the 13th century under the reign of Edward I, although they may have been minted earlier under Henry III. It was last minted in 1956.
They are great coins to collect as they have a long history but many are inexpensive to buy.
They are great coins to collect as they have a long history but many are inexpensive to buy.
Which Farthings to look for?
The lowest mintage Farthings are:(These are coins in our database, list may not be exhustive)
- 1858 Farthings - Victoria (mintage: 1,720,000)
- 1880 Farthing - Victoria (mintage: 1,843,000)
- 1823 Farthing - George IV (mintage: 2,365,400)
- 1860 Farthing - Victoria (Bronze) (mintage: 2,867,000)
- 1837 Farthing - William IV (mintage: 3,010,500)
- 1954 Farthing - Elizabeth II (mintage: 6,566,000)
- 1937 Farthing - George VI (mintage: 8,131,200)
- 1928 Farthing - George V (mintage: 11,625,600)
These Farthings are very rare
- 1860 Farthing - Victoria (Copper) Proof (mintage: Rare)
Which Monarchs have minted Farthings coins?
The following have minted Farthings during their reign:
 | Charles II (1660-1685) | |
 | William and Mary (1689-1694) | |
 | George IV (1820-1830) | |
 | William IV (1830-1837) | |
 | Victoria (1837-1901) | |
 | George V (1910-1936) | |
 | George VI (1936-1952) | |
 | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |