Pennies

Buy Australian Pennies

Welcome to the Pennies category at Bradford Coins. Minted from 1911 right through to 1964, the Australian pre-decimal penny is one of the most widely collected coins in the country. From early London and Indian strikes to the iconic bounding kangaroo reverse, these heavy copper coins are a tangible piece of Australia's commercial history.

Since 1980, our family-run business in Cairns has been helping numismatists across Australia build complete date sets and hunt down elusive varieties. Whether you are searching for a high-grade early date or a spectacular mis-strike, you can shop our pre-decimal copper range with complete confidence.

Explore Our Pre-Decimal Penny Range

We regularly acquire unique private collections, meaning our inventory spans the entire history of the denomination. While specific stock varies, you can generally expect to find:

• King George V (1911–1936): Shop the earliest Australian pennies, ranging from affordable circulated examples to rare, high-grade dates and highly sought-after early mintmarks.
• King George VI (1938–1952): Discover mid-century copper featuring the classic bounding kangaroo reverse, introduced during the tumultuous years of World War II.
• Queen Elizabeth II (1953–1964): Complete your pre-decimal collection with the final eras of the penny, including the popular Perth Mint and Melbourne Mint variations.
• Varieties & Mint Errors: For the specialist collector, we regularly stock unique die cracks, rim cuds, ghosting effects, planchet flaws, and spectacular mis-strikes.

Looking to protect your copper coins from environmental damage? Explore our premium coin collecting albums and 2x2 holders.

Secure Australia-Wide Delivery & Local Pickup

Shop our pre-decimal pennies online with complete peace of mind. All eligible Australian orders are packed discreetly and sent via Express Post, complete with tracking, full transit insurance, and a Signature on Delivery requirement.

Important Information for Cairns Store Visitors: For safety and security reasons, our valuable pre-decimal coins, rare error varieties, and precious metals are not publicly displayed in our retail store. If you wish to view or purchase a specific penny in person, please contact us prior to your visit so our team can securely retrieve the exact item from our vaults ready for your arrival.

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