1849 FARTHING ( GF ) - FARTHING - Cambridgeshire Coins
1849 FARTHING ( GF ) - FARTHING - Cambridgeshire Coins

1849 FARTHING ( GF )

Regular price $197.00

A scarce Victorian farthing from 1849, struck during the reign of Queen Victoria. This copper coin represents a fascinating piece of British numismatic history from the mid-19th century. The farthing, worth one quarter of a penny, was an essential denomination for everyday transactions in Victorian Britain. This example is graded as Good Fine (GF), indicating clear details and moderate wear consistent with circulation. The obverse displays Victoria's left-facing profile, while the reverse features Britannia seated with shield and trident—iconic imagery of British imperial power. Ideal for collectors of Victorian coinage, British currency history, or those seeking an authentic period piece from the 1840s. A tangible connection to daily life in 19th-century Britain.