Australia One Shilling 1962 - Queen Elizabeth Ii

Overview:
A Handsome Example Of The Australian Pre-Decimal Shilling From 1962, Featuring Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth Ii On The Obverse And The Australian Coat Of Arms On The Reverse. This Coin Represents The Final Decade Of Sterling-Based Australian Currency Before The Transition To Decimal Currency In 1966.

Specifications:
Denomination: One Shilling
Year Of Issue: 1962
Monarch: Queen Elizabeth Ii
Mint: Royal Australian Mint, Canberra
Mint Mark: No Mint Mark
Metal Composition: Sterling Silver (92.5% Silver, 7.5% Copper)
Diameter: 23.6 Mm
Weight: 5.65 Grams
Edge Type: Reeded

Condition Assessment:
Grade (Our Assessment): Very Fine (Vf-30)
Slabbed: No (Raw Coin)

This Coin Displays Moderate Wear Consistent With Light Circulation. The Obverse Shows Queen Elizabeth Ii In Profile With Clear Definition To The Hair And Facial Features, Though High Points Exhibit Expected Wear. The Reverse Coat Of Arms Remains Well-Defined With Strong Detail Visible On The Shield, Supporters, And Heraldic Elements. Light Contact Marks And Minor Bag Marks Are Present, Consistent With The Assigned Grade. No Evidence Of Cleaning. Original Surfaces With Natural Patina Appropriate To Age And Storage.

Condition Notes: Light Wear To Highest Points On Obverse Portrait, Minor Surface Marks From Circulation, Reeded Edge Intact With No Significant Damage, Natural Silver Toning Throughout.

Historical Context:
The 1962 Shilling Was Struck During The Reign Of Queen Elizabeth Ii And Represents A Key Transitional Period In Australian Numismatics. Pre-Decimal Shillings Remain Popular With Collectors Of Australian Currency, Particularly Those Assembling Complete Sets Of The Sterling Era. The 1962 Date Falls Within The Standard Mintage Years And Is Readily Available Compared To Scarcer Dates Such As 1925 Or 1915.

Comparable Results: Vf Examples Of 1962 Shillings Typically Realise Aud $8-$18 Depending On Surface Quality And Eye Appeal. Raw Coins In This Grade Range Are Actively Collected. Buyers Are Encouraged To View In Person And Form Their Own Grade Assessment.548759+33

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