Farthing, 1879
Object Type
Philatelics and currency/Currency/Coin
Date Used
1879
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Object Detail
Brief Description
A bronze farthing coin depicting Queen Victoria, facing left, and lettering 'VICTORIA D:G:BRITT:REG: F:D' on the obverse. The reverse features Britannia, seated and right facing, holding a trident tilted forward, with lettering 'FARTHING' and the date '1879'.
Measurements
0 - Whole: H: 20 W: 20mm (H: 13/16 W: 13/16")
Media/Materials
Date Used
1879
Location
In storage
Registration No
1989.2157.4
Credit Line
Kindly donated to the Australian Gallery of Sport and Olympic Museum by Mr A Zoller.
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