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1956 Proof Queen Elizabeth II Farthing

1956 Proof Queen Elizabeth II Farthing

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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)

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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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