What is a 1962 Australian sixpence coin worth?
Values, images, and specifications for the 1962 six pence from Australia.
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VG | F | VF | EF | aUnc | Unc |
$2.00 | $2.50 | $3.00 |
$4.00 |
$5.00 |
$8.00+ |
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
Elizabeth II
1962
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The obverse features the laureate bust of
young Queen Elizabeth II facing right,
with the surrounding legend:
'ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA F:D:'.
images courtesy of TDK APDC
Notes:
Monarch | Queen Elizabeth II |
Edge | reeded |
Weight | 2.83 grams |
Diameter | 19 mm |
Comp | 50% silv, 40% cop, 10%
zinc/nickel |
Minted | Melbourne, Australia |
Mintage | approx. 44,816,000 |
Scarcity | relatively common for period |
Obverse | Mary Gillick |
Reverse | W.H.J. Blakemore |
1962 Australian
sixpence specifications
1962 Australian
sixpence design
The 1962 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
1962 Australian sixpence
can range from $2 to
over $8, 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 |