Collection: King George V Farthings
King George V Farthings, minted from 1911 to 1936, are small bronze coins valued at a quarter of a penny. The obverse features a left-facing portrait of King George V, designed by Sir Bertram Mackennal, with the inscription "GEORGIVS V DEI GRA: BRITT: OMN: REX FID: DEF: IND: IMP." The reverse, designed by Leonard Charles Wyon, depicts Britannia seated with a trident and shield, a traditional symbol of British maritime strength. Measuring 20.19 mm in diameter and weighing 2.83 grams, these coins reflect the era's artistry and the stability of the British economy during George V's reign.