1956 Proof Queen Elizabeth II Farthing
The 1956 Proof Queen Elizabeth II Farthing is a proof strike from United Kingdom. This is the final year of production for the Queen Elizabeth II Farthing series. composed of bronze (2.83 g).
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The 1956 Proof Queen Elizabeth II Farthing coin, made of bronze, and weighing 2.83 grams. With a diameter of 20 mm, and a thickness of 1.33 mm, and featuring a plain edge.
The obverse is young laureate portrait of queen elizabeth ii right, legend around. note: no 'britt:omn'. It reads “ELIZABETH·II·DEI·GRATIA·REGINA·F:D:+ M · G ·”. The reverse is eurasian wren left (troglodytes troglodytes), date above and denomination below (from the greek 'troglodytes' meaning cave-dweller). It reads “1955 HWP FARTHING”.
Specifications
- Type
- Standard circulation coin
- Composition
- Bronze
- Weight
- 2.83 g
- Diameter
- 20 mm
- Thickness
- 1.33 mm
- Edge
- Plain
- Currency
- Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the 1956 Proof Queen Elizabeth II Farthing made of?
- The 1956 Proof Queen Elizabeth II Farthing is made of bronze, weighs 2.83 grams, measures 20 mm in diameter.
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