The British 1799 Farthing, designed by Conrad Heinrich Küchler, marked a pivotal moment in coinage reform under the reign of George III. Amid widespread counterfeiting and economic instability, the coin’s copper composition and milled edges improved authenticity and trust. The coins detailed design, featuring Britannia and a ship, symbolized Britains naval strength and imperial ambition during the Napoleonic Wars.
Issued by the Soho Mint using steam-powered presses, the 1799 Farthing reflected industrial progress and monetary modernization. Its production aligned with efforts to stabilize the economy and assert national identity. The British 1799 Farthing thus embodied both technological innovation and political assertion.