1953 Queen Elizabeth II Half Penny
The 1953 Queen Elizabeth II Half Penny is a business-strike issue from Australia. This is the first year of issue for the Queen Elizabeth II Half Penny series. composed of bronze (97% copper, 2.5% zinc, 0.5% tin) (5.67 g).
63 collectors own one
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The 1953 Queen Elizabeth II Half Penny coin, made of bronze (97% copper, 2.5% zinc, 0.5% tin), and weighing 5.67 grams. With a diameter of 25.5 mm, and a thickness of 1.3 mm, and featuring a smooth edge.
The obverse is 1st portrait of queen elizabeth ii facing right wearing a laurel with "f:d:" added to the legend. It reads "+ELIZABETH·II·DEI·GRATIA·REGINA·F:D:". The reverse is kangaroo leaping right. It reads "AUSTRALIA KG 1959 HALF PENNY".
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Specifications
- Type
- Standard circulation coin
- Composition
- Bronze (97% Copper, 2.5% Zinc, 0.5% Tin)
- Weight
- 5.67 g
- Diameter
- 25.5 mm
- Thickness
- 1.3 mm
- Edge
- Smooth
- Currency
- Pound (1910-1966)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the 1953 Queen Elizabeth II Half Penny made of?
- The 1953 Queen Elizabeth II Half Penny is made of bronze (97% copper, 2.5% zinc, 0.5% tin), weighs 5.67 grams, and measures 25.5 mm in diameter.
- How many people collect the 1953 Queen Elizabeth II Half Penny?
- 63 LuckyCoin collectors currently track the 1953 Queen Elizabeth II Half Penny in their collection.