What is a 1954 Australian halfpenny coin worth?
Values, images, and specifications for the 1954 half penny from Australia.
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VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
$0.90 | $1 | $2 |
$6 |
$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
halfpenny
Elizabeth II
1954
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The obverse features the laureate bust
of young Queen Elizabeth II facing right,
with the legend:
'ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA'
images courtesy of TDK APDC
Notes:
'.' after 'Y' in 'PENNY' (Perth mint mark).
Monarch | Queen Elizabeth II |
Edge | plain |
Weight | 5.67 grams |
Diameter | 25.5 mm |
Composition | bronze |
Minted | Perth, Australia |
Mintage | approx. 21,962,000 |
Scarcity | relatively common for period |
Obverse | Mary Gillick |
Reverse | George Kruger Gray |
1954 Australian
halfpenny specifications
1954 Australian
halfpenny design
The 1954 Australian halfpenny reverse
shows a kangaroo in motion facing right,
with the words 'AUSTRALIA' above,
and 'HALF PENNY' below.
Below the kangaroo is the date, with KG
below the tail, and a star below the nose.
The retail value of a 1954
Australian halfpenny can
range from $0.90 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 |