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1831 - 1837 William IV |
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Brief History:
Born : 21 August 1765
Coronation: 8 September 1831
Died : 20 June 1837
Reign : 5yrs 10mth
Farthing Details:
Diameter : 22mm
Weight : 4.6 - 4.9g
Obverse Design:
William's bust facing right, date below bust, abbreviated legend is as follows:
GULIELMUS IIII DEI GRATIA (William by the Grace of God)
Reverse Design:
Seated Britannia facing right, holding a shield and trident, abbreviated legend is as follows:
BRITANNIAR: REX: FID: DEF: (King of the Britains, Defender of the Faith)
Tougher Dates (Hardest First):
1836
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