What is a 1952 Australian sixpence coin worth?
Values, images, and specifications for the 1952 six pence from Australia.
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VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
$2.50 | $6 | $30 |
$115 |
$320 |
$650+ |
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
sixpence
George VI
1952
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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 FIDEI DEF.'.
images courtesy of TDK APDC
Notes:
Last King George VI era Australian sixpence.
Monarch | King George VI |
Edge | reeded |
Weight | 2.83 grams |
Diameter | 19 mm |
Comp | 50% silv, 40% cop, 10%
zinc/nickel |
Minted | Melbourne, Australia |
Mintage | approx. 2,112,000 |
Scarcity | considered harder for period |
Obverse | Thomas H. Paget |
Reverse | W.H.J. Blakemore |
1952 Australian
sixpence specifications
1952 Australian
sixpence design
The 1952 Australian sixpence reverse
shows the word 'SIXPENCE' above the
Australian Coat of Arms.
A kangaroo and an emu support a shield,
with a star above.
Underneath is a scroll with 'ADVANCE
AUSTRALIA', then the date below.
The retail value of a
1952 Australian sixpence
can range from $2.50 to
over $650, 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 |