1 Farthing (1939 - 1966)
Features
| Denomination | 1 Farthing |
| Catalog Number | KM# 9 |
| Weight (g) | 6.06 |
| Diameter (mm) | 24 |
| Thickness (mm) | 1.75 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Bronze |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Demonetized |
Obverse
Engraved by Percy Metcalfe
Lettering:
EIRE
1959
Description:
Irish harp.
EIRE
1959
Description:
Irish harp.
Reverse
Engraved by Percy Metcalfe
Lettering:
1/4d
PM
FEOIRLING
Description:
Woodcock flying below denomination.
1/4d
PM
FEOIRLING
Description:
Woodcock flying below denomination.
Edge
Description:
Smooth
Smooth
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | 786,000 | Common | |
| 1939 | Proof | Very Rare | |
| 1940 | 192,000 | Common | |
| 1940 | Proof | Unknown | |
| 1941 | 480,000 | Common | |
| 1941 | Proof | Unknown | |
| 1943 | 480,000 | Common | |
| 1944 | 480,000 | Common | |
| 1946 | 480,000 | Common | |
| 1946 | Proof | Unknown | |
| 1949 | 192,000 | Common | |
| 1949 | Proof | Rare | |
| 1953 | 192,000 | Very Common | |
| 1953 | Proof | Rare | |
| 1959 | 192,000 | Very Common | |
| 1959 | Proof | Unknown | |
| 1966 | 96,000 | Very Common |