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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