1939 Australian Half Penny - Kangaroo Reverse - Very Fine

1939 Australian Half Penny - Kangaroo Reverse

This coin marks a significant moment in Australian numismatic history as the first Half Penny issued with the iconic Kangaroo Reverse design. Minted at the Melbourne Mint in limited numbers, it's a sought-after piece for collectors.

Coin Details:

• Minted in: Melbourne Mint
• Mintage: Approximately 782,000
• Scarcity: Scarce due to the low mintage compared to the 1939 Coat of Arms Penny
• Grade: Very Fine

Design:

• Obverse: Portrait of King George VI facing left. Inscription: GEORGIVS VI D:G:BR:OMN:REX F:D:IND:IMP. HP. (Engraver: Thomas Humphrey Paget)
• Reverse: Kangaroo leaping to right, with the date (1939) above, the denomination (HALF PENNY) below, and the country name (AUSTRALIA) above. KG initials for the designer (George Kruger Gray).

Protective Packaging: Supplied in a brand new 2x2 SAFLIP.