1 Farthing (Dorset - Poole / J. Bayly)

Overview

The 1 Farthing (Dorset - Poole / J. Bayly) is a 1 Farthing denomination coin issued by United Kingdom, with significant collectible value and historical importance.

Basic Information

• Issuing Country: United Kingdom
• Issuing Authority: United Kingdom
• Denomination: 1 Farthing
• Category: coin
• Start Year: 1795
• End Year: 1795
• Composition: Copper
• Weight: 4.57g
• Diameter: 23.70mm

Coin Images

Obverse

Reverse

Design Features

Obverse Design

Female figure of Hope standing facing, head half right, leaning (right arm) on an anchor and holding (left arm) a large oval shield on which is inscribed on lined field. Rosette and ornament in exergue, toothed border

Reverse Design

Shield of arms of the town of Poole, consisting of an elaborate dolphin beneath three scallop shells. Legend around, toothed border

Collectible Value

This coin has unique historical value and collecting significance, making it an important piece for numismatists and coin collectors.