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3 Pence - Elizabeth II (1st Portrait; without "F:D:")

Australian .500 silver threepence of Elizabeth II with her first portrait, issued in 1953 and 1954. Circulation and proof versions are recorded.

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Issuer: Australia
Period: Pound (1788-1966)
Type: Standard circulation
Years: 1953-1954
Value: 3 Pence - Elizabeth II (1st Portrait; without "F:D:")
Currency: Australia: Pound
Material: Srebro (.500)
Size: 16 mm
Shape: round
Variants: 4

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Issuer: Australia
Period: Pound (1788-1966)
Type: Standard circulation
Years: 1953-1954
Value: 3 Pence - Elizabeth II (1st Portrait; without "F:D:")
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This Australian .500 silver threepence bears Elizabeth II’s first portrait and was issued in 1953 and 1954. It retains a pre-decimal denomination while belonging to the beginning of a new royal era. The .500 fineness reflects the post-war silver standard used for minor coinage. Circulation and proof versions are recorded.

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3 Pence - Elizabeth II (1st Portrait; without "F:D:")

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