1944 sixpence value - Australia
What is a 1944 Australian sixpence coin worth?
Values, images, and specifications for the 1944 six pence from Australia.
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| VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
| $4.00 | $4.50 | $5 |
$7 |
$20 |
$40+ |
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
1944 S
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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:
'S' above date (San Francisco mint mark).
| Monarch | King George VI |
| Edge | reeded |
| Weight | 2.83 grams |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Composition | 92.5% silver, 7.5% copper |
| Minted | San Francisco, USA |
| Mintage | approx. 4,000,000 |
| Scarcity | relatively common for period |
| Obverse | Thomas H. Paget |
| Reverse | W.H.J. Blakemore |
1944 Australian
sixpence specifications
1944 Australian
sixpence design
The 1944 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
1944 Australian sixpence
can range from $4 to
over $40, 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 |