Farthings Collection

Medieval cut farthing (metal)
1220145 Medieval cut farthing (metal) by English School; The Royal Mint Museum, Llantrisant, UK; eRoyal Mint Museum; English, out of copyright

The Sweating System (litho)
1595305 The Sweating System (litho) by Almond, William Douglas (1866-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sweating System. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 26 May 1888)

Woking GU21 2 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Woking GU21 2

British coins, two George VI farthings (a quarter of a penny) for 1949 and 1951, with a wren on the reverse. The farthing ceased to be legal tender after 1960. Date: 1949, 1951

British coin, Edward VII farthing
British coin, an Edward VII farthing (a quarter of a penny) for 1909, with Britannia on the reverse. Date: 1909

British coins, three George V farthings (a quarter of a penny) for 1918, 1930 and 1932, with Britannia on the reverse. Date: 1918-1932

British coins, two Queen Victoria farthings (a quarter of a penny) for 1860 and 1868. With Britannia on the reverse, with a lighthouse and a ship in the background. Date: 1860s

Capitol Prank
Two men ride unusually-designed penny farthings down the steps of the Capitol, circa 1895. (Photo by FPG/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Penny Farthing Race / Silk
The Last Lap Five racing cyclists approach the finishing line on their Penny Farthings

Prospective Customers
Two girls - one rich, the other poor - admire a display of dolls outside a shop, offered at the bargain price of eleven pence and three farthings

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Discover the fascinating world of farthings, from medieval cut coins to modern British currency. Three farthings apiece, captured in a timeless black and white photo, take us back in time. The intricate design of a medieval cut farthing reflects the craftsmanship of that era. Explore the history behind 'The Sweating System' depicted in a lithograph - an intriguing glimpse into labor conditions of the past. Find your way with a Woking GU21 2 Map, perhaps leading you to uncover more hidden treasures related to these small but significant coins. Delve into British numismatics as we showcase two George VI farthings and an Edward VII farthing - each carrying its own historical significance. Step further back in time with three George V and two Queen Victoria farthings, revealing the evolution of coinage over generations. Travel back to 1888 through an advertisement for Hillman, Herbert & Cooper Ld - a nostalgic reminder of bygone days. Immerse yourself in history once again with three George VI farthings and get ready for some Capitol Prank. Discover how this mischievous act left its mark on popular culture. Lastly, let's not forget about community impact as we highlight Fern Street Settlement - an organization that may have benefited from these humble coins throughout their existence. Farthings may seem small at first glance, but their stories are vast and captivating. Join us on this journey through time as we unravel the mysteries surrounding these intriguing pieces of currency.