The British 1941 Farthing, designed by Harold Wilson Parker, featured a wren—symbolizing resilience during World War II. Minted in bronze, it reflected wartime resource management, as precious metals were redirected to the war effort. The coin’s small denomination supported rationing-era pricing and emphasized national unity through modest, functional design.
In 1941, as Britain endured the Blitz and mobilized for total war, the British 1941 Farthing circulated widely among civilians. Parker’s choice of the wren, a small yet enduring bird, mirrored Britain’s defiance. The British 1941 Farthing thus embodied wartime economy, patriotic design, and the spirit of British perseverance.