What is a 1938 Australian threepence coin worth?
Values, images, and specs for the 1938 three pence from Australia.
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VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
$2.00 | $2.50 | $5 |
$12 |
$25 |
$70+ |
Values are in Australian Dollars
Based on European Grading System
Further information on grading, condition, detractors, and
how to assess your coin can be found further down this page.
Australia
threepence
George VI
1938
The 1938 Australian threepence reverse
shows a sheaf of wheat with three stems
tied in a ribbon.
The date is divided to either side of the
sheaf, with 'AUSTRALIA' above the main
design, and 'THREE PENCE' below.
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The obverse features the bare head
of King George VI facing left, with the
surrounding legend: 'GEORGIVS VI D:G:BR:OMN:REX F:D:IND:IMP.'
images courtesy of TDK APDC
Notes:
First King George VI era Australian threepence.
Monarch | King George VI |
Edge | plain |
Weight | 1.41 grams |
Diameter | 16 mm |
Composition | 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper |
Minted | Melbourne, Australia |
Mintage | approx. 4,560,000 |
Scarcity | relatively common for period |
Obverse | Thomas H. Paget |
Reverse | George Kruger Gray |
1938 Australian
threepence specifications
1938 Australian
threepence design
The retail value of a
1938 Australian threepence
can range from $2 to over
$70, depending on grade,
condition, desirability, and
demand.
Our guide below shows retail
estimates based on grade.
links to our self-help pages on coin assessment
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Grading Terms
VG | Very Good |
F | Fine |
VF | Very Fine |
EF | Extremely Fine |
aUnc | about Uncirculated |
Unc | Uncirculated |