The 1930 Australian Penny - An Australian Numismatic Icon

In coin collecting, few treasures spark as much excitement as the 1930 Australian Penny. Known as the "King of Australian Coins," this penny is legendary and extremely rare with immense historical weight. During the Great Depression, Australia’s economy was in tatters, and the Melbourne Mint, tasked with producing the nation’s currency, received no orders to mint pennies for circulation in 1930. Yet, a tiny number—estimates suggest between 6 proof coins to 12 Proof coins, likely for archival purposes and approximately 1200 business strikes—were struck,