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1953 Sixpence
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Elizabeth II
The Blakemore design continued into this type, while after the coronation of Elizabeth II in late 1952, the obverse design changed to the bust of Elizabeth II facing to the right with the legend, 'ELIZABETH II DEI GRATIA REGINA', ('Elizabeth II, by the grace of god, queen'), designed by Mary Gillick. This legend was only used in 1953 and 1954, then was altered due to public outcry of the omission of 'FIDEI DEF' ('defender of the faith').
The 1953 is the scarcer of the two years and is quite difficult to source in mint state. The 1954 is relatively easy to acquire with many mint rolls being found. Both issues were struck from the Melbourne mint and no mintmarks were used. |
Mintage
1,152,000
Reverse Designer
W. H. J. Blakemore
Obverse Designer
Mary Gillick
Size
19 mm
Composition
50.00% Silver
40.00% Copper 5.00% Nickel 5.00% Zinc
Bullion Value
99.44¢
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Typical handled value: $10
Condition matters a grade deal in terms of a coin's value, the above value is for a typical handled example. For example, a 1911 florin can be had for as little as $10, but in top quality, the coin would be valued at over $10,000! Subscribe to a Bronze membership for valuations on PCGS or NGC graded coins Subscribe to a Silver membership for valuations on ungraded coins as well and photo hints on how to grade them |
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