English Farthing

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Date:1672 - 1679 (c.)

Description:

English copper farthing, c.1672 - 1679

Diameter 21mm

The obverse features the laureate and cuirassed bust of Charles II facing left. The inscription reads 'CAROLUS A CAROLO'. The reverse features Britannia seated and facing left. There is a shield at her side and she holds a spear in her left arm and an olive branch aloft in her right hand. The inscription reads 'BRITANNIA'.

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English Farthing

English copper farthing, c.1672 - 1679 Diameter 21mm The obverse features the laureate and cuirassed ...

English Farthing

English copper farthing, c.1672 - 1679 Diameter 21mm The obverse features the laureate and cuirassed ...

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Warwickshire unspecified or out of county Numismatics National Emblems & Mottos Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum Coins, Tokens & Medals Business, Trade & Industry Base Metals - Copper, Tin, Aluminium, Zinc

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Donor ref:LEAMG : M995.1926.6 (66/16532)

Source: Leamington Spa Art Gallery and Museum

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