Medal - Farthing

€367,210.00
LocationUnited Kingdom
Year2021
TypeCommemorative medals
CompositionSilver plated copper
Weight32 g
Diameter40 mm
Thickness3 mm
ShapeHeptagonal (7-sided)
TechniqueMilled
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
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Obverse descriptionHead of Britannia facing left with helmet featuring lion and laurel wreath, with large `50` above her head and legend around edge. The background has various lines and wavy patterns. Mintmark is below Britannia`s chin.
Obverse lettering50 YEARS OF DECIMALISATION
Obverse scriptLatin
Reverse descriptionGold spot of reverse and obverse of a 1953 Farthing on left-hand side with floral arch. Britannia stands on right, her left hand holding her trident while her right hand is held above her, palm upwards. Behind her legs is the outline of southern Great Britain, and behind her upper body is a large colourised Union Jack.
Reverse lettering1953 FARTHING ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA F D 50 YEARS OF DECIMALISATION FARTHING
Reverse scriptLatin
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Mintage2021  - Proof -
Catalog ID9517665140
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