Date:1844
Description:
English copper half farthing, 1844
Diameter 18mm
The obverse features the bust of Queen Victoria facing left. The inscription reads 'VICTORIA D:G: BRITANNIAR: REGINA F:D', Latin meaning 'Victoria By the Grace of God, Queen of the Britains, Defender of the Faith'. The reverse features the denomination with a crown above and the date below. At the base are the rose of England, the shamrock of Ireland and the thistle of Scotland intertwined.
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English copper half farthing, 1844 Diameter 18mm The obverse features the bust of Queen Victoria facing ...
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Donor ref:LEAMG : M4272.1994.67 (66/17142)
Source: Leamington Spa Art Gallery and Museum
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