George I Copper Farthing 1717
George I Copper Farthing 1717
George I Copper Farthing 1717
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George I 1717 Copper Farthing – A bold GVF

£1,125.00

‘Dump’ issue. A well struck up example, demonstrating a deep, rich brown patina, desirable in this state

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George I (1714-1727), copper Farthing, 1717, ‘dump’ issue, edge plain. Obv. Laureate and cuirassed bust facing right. Rev. Britannia seated facing left, date in exergue. 4.74g, die axis 6h (S.3661; Peck 783). A well struck up example, demonstrating a deep, rich brown patina, a desirable coin with much eye appeal. A bold good very fine.

Provenance
Ex. The Chichester Collection of Farthings.
Ex. Spink Auction 17004, 29/03/2017, Lot 479.

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'Dump' issue

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References

S.3661; Peck 783