2021 $1 Copper Uncirculated Coin – 110th Anniversary of the Australian Penny (1937–1964 Tribute)

2021 $1 Copper Uncirculated Coin – 110th Anniversary of the Australian Penny: (1937–1964 Tribute)

Celebrate the 110th anniversary of Australia's iconic penny with this 2021 commemorative $1 copper coin from the Royal Australian Mint. Struck in solid copper to match the original pre-decimal penny in metal tone, size, and weight, this issue pays tribute to George Kruger Gray's world-famous bounding kangaroo design used from 1937 until decimal changeover in 1966.

Featuring the iconic leaping kangaroo reverse motif, this large 33.04mm legal tender $1 coin was issued as part of a limited release of 20,000 pieces, making it an essential key coin for decimal $1 and heritage coin collectors.

Specifications

• Year of Issue: 2021
• Theme: 110th Anniversary of the Australian Penny (1937–1964 Bounding Kangaroo Tribute)
• Denomination: $1
• Finish: Uncirculated
• Metal Content: Solid Copper
• Mass: 13.10g
• Diameter: 33.04mm
• Mintage Limit: 20,000
• Obverse Effigy: Jody Clark portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
• Reverse Designer: George Kruger Gray / Royal Australian Mint
• Numista Reference: N# 286696
• Issuer / Mint: Royal Australian Mint, Canberra

Design Details & Key Features

• Iconic Kangaroo Reverse: Recreates George Kruger Gray's classic bounding kangaroo reverse motif, complete with the Commonwealth star and delicate native flora accents.
• Authentic Copper Planchet: Struck on a substantial 33.04mm copper planchet, reproducing the physical presence and rich tone of Australia's historical circulating pennies.
• Jody Clark Obverse: Features the sixth official circulating effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Condition and Presentation Note

• Uncirculated Quality: Coins remain in uncirculated condition, capturing sharp strike relief and bright original mint lustre.
• Official Carded Presentation: Encapsulated inside its individual official Royal Australian Mint display card.
• Packaging Note: Please note that this listing is for the individual carded coin only (separated from the original outer slipcase). The card displays light handling or storage marks consistent with age.