Lot 1941

Sale 89 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals & Banknotes, The W.G. & L.M. Wright Collection

Description

George V, Melbourne Mint pattern kookaburra square penny, 1921, in cupro-nickel (3.9 gms), by Sir Bertram Mackennal (R.12). Obverse gold grey brown toned with subdued mint bloom, reverse with full original mint bloom, minor carbon spots from string, this specimen with obverse against card since 1947, uncirculated and rare.

Ex D. Raymond, circa 1942.

Estimate
$45,000
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$42,000

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