Collectors Guide
George V Third Farthing
The George V halfcrown (2s 6d) was issued throughout the reign from 1911 to 1936 and is a cornerstone denomination in British silver coinage. With multiple obverse portraits and several reverse types, the series offers a rich field for collectors, including rare dates and die varieties. This page provides a detailed reference to George V halfcrowns, including specifications, varieties and collecting insights.
Introduction
A complete gallery of George V Third Farthings. There was only one year produced: 1913.
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Specifications
| Years Issued | 1913 |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Weight | 0.944 g |
| Edge | Plain |
| Alloy |
Upto 1922: 95% Copper, 4% Tin, 1% Zinc |
| Obverse Designer | Sir Bertram Mackennal |
| Reverse Designer | Not separately credited in the source used |
Year-by-Year Reference
1913
Issued for Malta as their "grano" was 3 to a farthing. This was the last Third Farthing to be produced, with a total of 288,000 minted.
| 1913 Third Farthing |
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| Obverse | Reverse |
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| Diameter: 15mm, Weight: 1.0g, Alloy: Copper 95%, Tin 4%, Zinc 1% | |