Great Britain 1856 farthing
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This specimen was lot 2483 in Sincona sale 80 (Zürich, October 2022), where it did not sell. The catalog description[1] noted, "GREAT BRITAIN | Königreich, Victoria, 1837-1901. Farthing 1856, London. Young head. WW incuse. Uncirculated." This farthing was struck 1838-60 and most dates are readily available in circulated condition tho this one is somewhat scarce.
Recorded mintage: 1,771,000.
Specification: 4.4 g, copper, This specimen is 4.63 g.
Catalog reference: KM 725, Spink 3951.
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- [1]Richter, Jürg, SINCONA Auction 80, World Coins and Medals, SINCONA Bullion Auction, World Banknotes, Coins and Medals from Switzerland, Zürich: SINCONA AG, 2022.
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