1831 King William IV Farthing
The 1831 King William IV Farthing is a business-strike issue from the United Kingdom. This is the first year of issue for the King William IV Farthing series. composed of copper (4.72 g).
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The 1831 King William IV Farthing coin, engraved by William Wyon, and made of copper. Weighing 4.72 grams, with a diameter of 22 mm, and a thickness of 1.7 mm, and featuring a plain edge.
The obverse is uncrowned portrait of king william iv facing right, legend around, date below. It reads "GULIELMUS IIII DEI GRATIA 1831". The reverse is seated figure of britannia facing right, trident in left hand, shield with union flag in right, legend around, national flower emblems in exergue. It reads "BRITANNIAR: REX FID: DEF:".
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Specifications
- Type
- Standard circulation coin
- Composition
- Copper
- Weight
- 4.72 g
- Diameter
- 22 mm
- Thickness
- 1.7 mm
- Edge
- Plain
- Designer
- William Wyon
- Currency
- Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the 1831 King William IV Farthing made of?
- The 1831 King William IV Farthing is made of copper, weighs 4.72 grams, and measures 22 mm in diameter.