United Kingdom
farthing
KGIV 1825
5 over higher 5
What is a 1825 British farthing coin worth?
Values, images, and specifications for the 1825 farthing from the UK.
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VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
£25 | £40 | £95 | £275+ |
Values are in UK Pounds
Based on European Grading System
Further information on grading, condition, detractors, and
how to assess your coin can be found further down this page.
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The obverse features the robed laureate bust
of King George IV facing left. (draped bust).
The legend reads: 'GEORGIUS IIII' to the left,
and 'DEI GRATIA.' to the right.
images courtesy of Sterling Coins
Notes:
5 over significantly higher 5 in date.
Valuation data is based on 'significantly higher 5'.
3 lower leaves of wreath have raised midribs.
Monarch | King George IV |
Edge | plain |
Weight | 4.5 to 4.8 grams |
Diameter | 22 mm |
Comp | copper |
Minted | London, England |
Mintage | approx. 4,300,800 (inc varieties) |
Scarcity | 5 over higher 5: uncommon
variant |
Obverse | Benedetto Pistrucci |
Reverse | Benedetto Pistrucci |
1825 United Kingdom
farthing specifications
5 over higher 5
1825 United Kingdom
farthing design
5 over higher 5
The 1825 United Kingdom farthing reverse
shows the helmed Britannia seated facing
right, holding a trident, and an olive branch
against a shield.
In the background a lion lies at her feet.
The surrounding legend reads: 'BRITANNIAR:
REX FID: DEF:', with date below.
primary varieties: 'incuse midribs', 'raised midribs',
'5 over higher 5', and 'D over U'
The retail value of a
1825 '5 over higher 5'
British farthing can range
from £25 to over £275,
depending on grade,
condition, and demand.
Our guide below shows retail
estimates based on grade.
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Grading Terms
VG | Very Good |
F | Fine |
VF | Very Fine |
EF | Extremely Fine |
aUnc | about Uncirculated |
Unc | Uncirculated |