Irish Farthing

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Date:1806

Description:

Irish copper Farthing, 1806

Diameter 21mm

The obverse features the laureate and draped bust of George III facing right and the abbreviated Latin inscription, 'GEORGIUS III. D:G. REX', meaning 'George III, By the Grace of God, King'. The reverse features a harp, the national symbol of Ireland, with a crown above. The inscription reads 'HIBERNIA' (Ireland) and the date is below.

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Irish Farthing

Irish copper Farthing, 1806 Diameter 21mm The obverse features the laureate and draped bust of George ...

Irish Farthing

Irish copper Farthing, 1806 Diameter 21mm The obverse features the laureate and draped bust of George ...

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Numismatics National Emblems & Mottos Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum Ireland International Heraldry, Emblems & National Symbols Coins, Tokens & Medals Business, Trade & Industry Base Metals - Copper, Tin, Aluminium, Zinc

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Donor ref:LEAMG : M469.1920.183 (66/16496)

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