6 Pence - Edward VII
1910 year| Silver (.925) | 2.83 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Australia |
|---|---|
| King | Edward VII (1901-1910) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1910 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1⁄40) |
| Currency | Pound (1788-1966) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.29 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#12497 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 18% |
Reverse
Ensigns Armorial of the Commonwealth of Australia, as authorised by Royal Warrent 7th May 1908 - composed of a simple shield enclosing a cross of Saint George on which are five six-pointed stars, around the outside of which are six small escutcheons (small shields). The shield is supported by a kangaroo and an emu standing on a grassy mound. Above the shield a crest, the seven-pointed star of Federation on a wreath. Below on a ribbon the motto ADVANCE AUSTRALIA is inscribed. Around above, SIXPENCE and below, between arrow heads, the date, 1910
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SIXPENCE
ADVANCE AUSTRALIA
1910
Engraver: William Henry James Blakemore
Edge
Milled
Comment
Prior to the Federation of the various Australian Colonies in 1910, the British Sterling Currency (amongst others including the "Spanish Pillar Dollar" or 8 Reals and even Rum at one point) served as circulating currency in the colonies but following Federation in 1901, permission from the Crown was granted for Australia to strike its own, unique coinage & later in 1913, its own banknotes.Due to the death of Edward VII, the 1910 issues became a "One Year Only Type" and is highly sought after by collectors due to that fact as well as it being the inaugural issue of Australian Sterling Coinage.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1910 Australian 6 Pence coin is that it was minted during the reign of King Edward VII, who was the son of Queen Victoria and ascended to the throne after her death in 1901. This coin features a portrait of the king on one side and the iconic Australian kangaroo on the other, symbolizing the country's rich wildlife and natural resources. Additionally, the coin was made of silver (.925) and weighed 2.83 grams, making it a valuable and collectible piece for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 3046000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 6 Pence - Edward VII 1910 coin.
