Historical Insight:
1951 marked the Festival of Britain — a celebration of recovery and innovation. The humble farthing, still in use, represented continuity amid change.
Collecting Note:
The 1951 farthing is one of the last regular issues before Queen Elizabeth II’s reign, making it a nostalgic close to Britain’s bronze tradition.
Verified π¬π§ United Kingdom β Monarchs and Milestones Farthing 1951
Owner: Babushka