Product Details
1948 Y. Penny Die Crack Through Penny, 8 and Kangaroo's Tail in Very Fine Condition
This 1948 Australian “Y.” Penny is a copper coin from the George VI era. It shows a clear die crack through the word PENNY. The crack continues into the 8 in the date. It then reaches the kangaroo’s tail. Die-crack varieties like this are popular. They are easy to identify. They also show how working dies wore down over time.
Product Specifications
- Year: 1948 Y.
- Composition: Copper
- Diameter: 30.8 mm
- Weight: 9.45 grams
- Region of Origin: Australia
- Monarch: George VI
- Mintage: Unknown and considered scarce
- Grade: Very Fine Condition