The British 1913 Third Farthing, designed by George William de Saulles, featured the portrait of King George V on the obverse and a crowned rose on the reverse. Struck in 75% bronze, it was minted as a small denomination to address the need for lower-value coins during the pre-World War I period. The 1913 Third Farthing was a response to the rise in everyday transactions as industrialization grew.
Economically, the British 1913 Third Farthing reflected the nation’s effort to manage inflation and provide currency for smaller transactions. The coin’s design and bronze metal symbolized Britain’s approach to currency in a time of relative peace before the economic upheaval caused by World War I.