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1902 - 1910 Edward VII |
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Brief History:
Born : 9 November 1841
Coronation: 9 August 1902
Died : 6 May 1910
Reign : 9yrs 4mth
Farthing Details:
Diameter : 20mm
Weight : 2.7 - 2.9g
Obverse Design:
Edward's bust facing right, abbreviated legend is as follows:
EDWARDVS VII DEI GRA: BRITT: OMN: REX FID: DEF: IND: IMP
(Edward VII by the Grace of God, King of all the Britains, Defender of the Faith, Emperor of India)
Reverse Design:
Seated Britannia facing right, holding a shield and trident, with the word "FARTHING" above and the date below.
Tougher Dates (Hardest First):
1910 and 1904
Other Comments:
Farthings during Edward VII's reign were artificially darkened to prevent any confusion with the half sovereign.
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