1911 - 1936 George V

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Brief History:

Born : 3 June 1865

Coronation: 22 June 1911

Died : 20 January 1936

Reign : 25yrs 8mths

Farthing Details:

Diameter : 20mm

Weight : 2.7 - 2.9g

Obverse Design:

George's bust facing left, abbreviated legend is as follows:

GEORGIUS V DEI GRA: BRITT: OMN: REX FID: DEF: IND: IMP

(George V by the Grace of God, King of all the Britains, Defender of the Faith, Emperor of India)

Reverse Design:

Seated Britannia facing right, holding a shield and trident, with the word "FARTHING" above and the date below.

Tougher Dates (Hardest First):

1935 & 1915

 

 

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