Which Australian decimal coins are valuable?

Top 10 Australian Rare Decimal Coins – The Affordable Edition

• 2000 $1/10c Mule.
• 2001 Upset Federation $1.
• 2000 Incuse Flag 50c.
• 1972 5c.
• 2010 Upset 50c.
• The 1966 Round 50c.
• The 1966 Wavy 20c.
• The 1968 2c.

How much is pre-decimal coinage worth?

Before decimalisation, the basis of the British currency was 12 pennies (12d) to a shilling (1s) and 20 shillings to a pound. The values of pre-decimal coinage went from ¼ d to 5 shillings and higher amounts were banknotes.

Which pre-decimal coins are valuable?

This means pre-decimal coins are worth much more than their face value….Pre-1920 coins:

• Crown (x1) – £13.72.
• Half crown (x1) – £6.88.
• Florin (x1) – £5.51.
• Double florin (x1) – £10.96.
• Shilling (x1) – £2.73.
• Sixpence (x1) – £1.36.
• Threepence (x1) – 71p.

Are Round 50 cent pieces worth anything?

Fifty cent coins were round when they were first introduced in Australia in 1966 and were made from 80 per cent silver and 20 per cent copper. ‘Just the silver in it is worth $8.73 at the moment. Actual value from $50 to $200 depending on condition,’ another comment read.

What does the D stand for in pre-decimal money?

Money was divided into pounds (£ or l in some documents) shillings (s. or /-) and pennies (d.). Thus, 4 pounds, eight shillings and fourpence would be written as £4/8/4d. or £4-8-4d. The “L S D” stands for the Latin words “libra”, “solidus” and “denarius”. The ten shilling note (10/- or 10s.)

Can you cash in pre-decimal coins?

The first bit of good news is that, though pre-decimal coins are no longer legal tender, some banks will still exchange them for their decimal equivalent face value. The coins are then returned to the Royal Mint for melting down.

Are there any British pre decimal coins in Australia?

While British coins did circulate here in that period they are not intrinsically Australian and cannot be classified as Aussie predecimals. To my mind these coins are British and should be collected as such. Of course they could easily be included in a collection of “coins that circulated in Australia”.

When was the pre decimal era in Australia?

The Australian pre-decimal era refers to the period between 1901 and 1965, however for the purposes of Australian currency effectively relate to coins minted between 1910 and 1964. (ie. between federation and decimilisation). The six British colonies in Australia were declared an independant nation in 1901,

How is the value of an Australian coin determined?

The value of a pre-decimal australian coin depends on several factors such as quality and wear, supply and demand, rarity, finish and more. Values in the section are based on the market, trends, auctions and recognized books, publications and catalogs.

What are the different types of coins in Australia?

Australian coins price guide and values – Pre-decimal coins 1 Pre-decimal circulation coins 2 Pre-decimal gold coins 3 Holey Dollars and Dumps 4 Other coins prices and value