The Making of Modern Britain George VI Farthing
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- Uncover the stories behind the making of modern Britain
- George VI was king throughout a significant period of history
- The official coinage portrait of George VI appears on the obverse
- The wren design that appears on the reverse was originally intended for the coinage of Edward VIII
- The packaging takes a closer look at both the farthing and the reign of George VI
- *Packaging image is for illustration purposes only
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After the abdication of Edward VIII in 1936, his younger brother George VI acceded to the throne. George VI chose the same regnal name as their father to restore faith in the monarchy and went on to reign throughout the Second World War.
The reverse design that appears on this farthing was originally intended for the coinage of Edward VIII but the king abdicated before any coins could be produced for circulation featuring his portrait. As a result, the wren farthing was used on the coins of George VI’s reign instead and it became one of the most-loved designs to enter circulation.
Specification
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Denomination | Farthing |
| Alloy | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Diameter | 20.19mm |
| Year | 1947-1952 |
| Specification | Value |
|---|
