Description
Australia 1962 Six Pence w62
| Country | Australia |
|---|---|
| Type | Common coin |
| Years | 1955-1963 |
| Value | 6 Pence (1/40) |
| Metal | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 2.82 g |
| Diameter | 19.50 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Obverse
1st portrait of Queen Elizabeth II facing right wearing a laurel
Lettering: +ELIZABETH·II·DEI·GRATIA·REGINA·F:D:
Translation: Elizabeth II by the Grace of God, Queen, Defender of the Faith
Engraver: Mary Gillick
Reverse
Coat of Arms
Lettering:
SIXPENCE
ADVANCE AUSTRALIA
1962
Engraver: W.H.J. Blakemore
Edge
Reeded
