1930 Australia King George V Penny Copper Coin

Product Description:

Uneven surfaces and possibly cleaned, however a sharp bold VF with full diamond, possibly a $50,000 coin if it was free from any detractions but as is, it represents great value for the detail offered.

Produced during the depths of the Great Depression, with an estimated mintage of only 1,200 to 3,000 coins, the 1930 Australian Penny is one of the nation’s rarest and most sought-after coins. A true rarity in every sense of the word, it holds an iconic status in the world of numismatics.

According to Melbourne Mint records, no pennies were officially produced in 1930. It is believed that a small number of 1930 Pennies were struck as test coins, but due to the economic challenges of the Great Depression, they were never intended for circulation—or so it was thought.

Surprisingly, these coins somehow entered circulation, mixed with the more common 1931 Pennies, and were used in everyday transactions for nearly two decades. It wasn’t until the 1940s that their rarity was discovered, cementing their status as an extraordinary numismatic treasure.

Whether you view the 1930 Penny as the ultimate collector’s acquisition or a unique opportunity for portfolio diversification, don’t miss your chance to own Australia’s most famous coin.