{"product_id":"australian-silver-sixpence-lot-1922-1953","title":"Australian Silver Sixpence Lot 1922–1953 – Circulated Pre-Decimal Coins","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis lot brings together circulated Australian silver sixpences dated between 1922 and 1953, a period that covers the reigns of George V, George VI and the start of Elizabeth II. Each coin has seen everyday use, so the lot suits collectors building a date run, beginners starting a pre-decimal collection and anyone who enjoys handling real Australian coinage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral of the coins come in individual cardboard holders marked 1952 and 1953, with the remaining coins supplied loose, as shown in the photos. The lot is in circulated Very Good condition, with the main designs still clear despite wear from use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAustralian Silver Sixpence Sot Specifications:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoin type: Australian sixpence (6d), pre-decimal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDate range: 1922–1953\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonarchs: George V, George VI, Elizabeth II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal: Silver, .925 sterling for dates up to 1945 and 50% silver from 1946\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Circulated – Very Good\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging: Several coins in cardboard holders, the rest loose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterested in more Australian silver pre-decimal coinage? See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/koalaehub.com\/products\/australian-pre-decimal-silver-shillings-1946-1963-1kg-collection\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eAustralian Pre Decimal Silver Shillings 1946-1963 Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, a larger bulk lot from the same era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre Australian sixpences made of silver?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Australian sixpences were struck in .925 sterling silver up to 1945, and in 50% silver from 1946. This lot spans both periods, so the silver content varies with the date on each coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich monarchs appear on the coins in this lot?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1922–1953 date range covers George V (to 1936), George VI (1938–1952) and the first Elizabeth II sixpences from 1953. The portrait changes with the reign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does circulated Very Good condition mean?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCirculated Very Good means the coins show clear wear from everyday use, but the main designs and dates remain readable. They are collector grade, not uncirculated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse more Australian and world coins in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/koalaehub.com\/collections\/collectibles\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0);\"\u003eWorld \u0026amp; Vintage Coins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, Gold Proof Sets \u0026amp; Commemorative Medals collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koalaehub","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67596610404716,"sku":null,"price":499.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/5907\/9788\/files\/AustraliaGeorgeV_Sixpence.webp?v=1790833314","url":"https:\/\/koalaehub.com\/products\/australian-silver-sixpence-lot-1922-1953","provider":"Koalaehub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}