Third Farthing Values - United Kingdom

United Kingdom

third farthing

1801 to 1967

Values, images, and specifications for British

third farthing coins from 1801 to 1967.

The British third farthing

was minted exclusively for

colonial use, specifically

in Malta.

The first circulation issue

UK third farthing was

minted in 1827, and the

last in 1913.

The United Kingdom third farthing obverse features the monarch

of the time, encircled by a legend describing their titles.

Two reverse types were used, the earlier showing Britannia

seated, and the latter showing the words 'ONE THIRD

FARTHING' below a crown, surrounded by a wreath.

1 third farthing = 1/3 of a farthing

= 1/12 of a penny = 1/144 of a shilling

= 1/2,880 of a pound