1951 sixpence value - Australia - London mint
What is a 1951 Australian sixpence coin worth?
Values, images, and specs for the 1951 'PL' six pence from Australia.
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| VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
| $2.00 | $2.50 | $3.00 |
$6 |
$11 |
$22+ |
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
KGVI 1951
London mint
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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:
'PL' above date (London mint mark).
| Monarch | King George VI |
| Edge | reeded |
| Weight | 2.83 grams |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Comp | 50% silv, 40% cop, 10%
zinc/nickel |
| Minted | London, England |
| Mintage | approx. 20,024,000 |
| Scarcity | common for period |
| Obverse | Thomas H. Paget |
| Reverse | W.H.J. Blakemore |
1951 Australian
sixpence specifications
London mint
1951 Australian
sixpence design
London mint
The 1951 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.
primary varieties: 'Melbourne mint',
and 'London mint'
The retail value of a 1951
'London mint' Australian
sixpence can range from
$2 to over $22, 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 |