1821 Great Britain Farthing – Dot After Date, XF – George IV

This 1821 Great Britain Farthing is a remarkable copper coin from the reign of King George IV, graded in Extra Fine (XF) condition. Notably, this example features the scarce variety with a dot after the date — a sought-after characteristic among collectors of British numismatics.

The obverse displays a finely detailed laureate portrait of King George IV facing left, with the legend GEORGIUS IV DEI GRATIA 1821, and the reverse features Britannia seated with shield and trident, encircled by the inscription BRITANNIAR REX FID DEF. The small dot following the date is an intriguing detail, representing a subtle mint variation from the Tower Mint in London.

With its strong detail, light circulation wear, and attractive patina, this farthing is an excellent piece for collectors focused on 19th-century British coinage or monarch portrait varieties. It is a fine historical token of the early 19th-century British economy and the transitional period following the Napoleonic Wars.

Whether you’re enhancing a George IV set, searching for date varieties, or investing in copper coins, this 1821 Great Britain Farthing with dot after date will make a worthy addition to your collection.