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Type II > 1959 Half Penny

1959 Half Penny

The 1959 half penny is the only Elizabeth II half penny that is readily available in a golden red mint state. The rest of the series, struck at the Perth mint, at best come a salmon mint and are almost always plagued by

Die

A cylindrical punch with an inverted impression of a coin's design used to strike the coin

die faults reducing typical gradings. A number of 1959 rolls have turned up ensuring an abundance of

Mint state

A state of a coin that shows no signs of circulation

mint state examples.

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Contents

Valuation
Glossary
Index

Mintage

10,166,400

Reverse Designer

George Kruger Gray

Obverse Designer

Mary Gillick

Size

25.5 mm

Composition

97.00% Copper
2.50% Zinc
0.50% Tin

Bullion Value

4¢

Reverse

Obverse

Valuation

Typical Handled:	20¢
This valuation represents a typical handled example of the coin. Coins in better condition will command a substantial premium over the listed price. For example, an average 1911 florin is worth around $50, but in choice uncirculated condition is worth about $15,000! To view valuations in higher grades, please click here to subscribe.

Glossary

die - A cylindrical punch with an inverted impression of a coin's design used to strike the coin
mint state - A state of a coin that shows no signs of circulation

Numismatic Glossary - View the full glossary of numismatic terms.

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