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Sixpence

Australian Sixpence (George VI)

Australia · 1942

A silver Australian sixpence featuring the uncrowned portrait of King George VI on the obverse and the Australian coat of arms flanked by a kangaroo and emu on the reverse.

Country: Australia
Year: 1942
Denomination: Sixpence
Metal: 0.925 Sterling Silver
Grade: About Uncirculated (AU) with minor surface wear on high points and slight toning

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Overview

A silver Australian sixpence featuring the uncrowned portrait of King George VI on the obverse and the Australian coat of arms flanked by a kangaroo and emu on the reverse.

Historical significance

Issued during World War II, Australian coinage minted during this period played a crucial role in daily commerce as Australia mobilized its economy and military forces in the Pacific theatre.

Obverse (front)

Uncrowned left-facing portrait of King George VI, surrounded by the legend 'GEORGIVS VI D:G:BR:OMN:REX F:D:IND:IMP.'

Reverse (back)

The Australian coat of arms supported by a kangaroo on the left and an emu on the right, with the word 'SIXPENCE' above, 'ADVANCE AUSTRALIA' on a ribbon below, the mint mark 'D' above the date '1942', and decorative scrollwork.

Estimated value

$5-$15 in circulated condition, up to $30+ in uncirculated grade

What drives this coin's value

Overall state of preservation, presence of original mint luster, and specific mint marks (such as San Francisco 'S' or Denver 'D' issues during WWII).

Grade assessment

About Uncirculated (AU) with minor surface wear on high points and slight toning

Mintage & rarity

Mintage of 14,200,000; common date

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Check for correct weight (2.83g), silver content validation, proper reeding on the edge, and crispness of details in the kangaroo, emu, and coat of arms.

Notable varieties & errors

Various die cracks, repunched mint marks, and differences between Melbourne, Perth, San Francisco, and Denver mint issues of the WWII era.

Similar coins

British sixpences of the same era, or other Australian silver denominations (threepence, shilling, florin) featuring George VI.

Care & preservation

Handle by the edges using cotton gloves. Store in a cool, dry environment in archival-safe coin flips or capsules. Never clean the coin, as harsh cleaning destroys its numismatic value.

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