1884 Proof Queen Victoria Third Farthing
The 1884 Proof Queen Victoria Third Farthing is a proof strike from the United Kingdom. composed of copper (1.57 g).
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The 1884 Proof Queen Victoria Third Farthing coin, engraved by William Wyon, and made of copper. Weighing 1.57 grams, with a diameter of 16 mm, and a thickness of 0.9 mm, and featuring a plain edge.
The obverse is first uncrowned portrait ('young head') of queen victoria facing left, legend around and date below. It reads "VICTORIA DEI GRATIA 1844". The reverse is seated figure of britannia right, holding trident in left hand and shield bearing the union flag in left, legend around and national flower emblems in exergue. It reads "BRITANNIAR: REG: FID: DEF:".
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Specifications
- Type
- Standard circulation coin
- Composition
- Copper
- Weight
- 1.57 g
- Diameter
- 16 mm
- Thickness
- 0.9 mm
- Edge
- Plain
- Designer
- William Wyon
- Currency
- Pound sterling (1158-1970)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the 1884 Proof Queen Victoria Third Farthing made of?
- The 1884 Proof Queen Victoria Third Farthing is made of copper, weighs 1.57 grams, and measures 16 mm in diameter.