The U.S. Mint Goes to War
1943S Australia, 3P
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Coin Details
| Origin/Country: |
AUSTRALIA - CIRCULATION |
| Item Description: |
3P 1943S KM-37 |
| Full Grade: |
NGC MS 64 |
| Owner: |
coin928 |
Owner Comments:
Australia - 1943S 3 Pence - KM #37 - Mintage: 8,000,000
This coin was minted by the San Francisco mint for circulation in Australia during World War II. The primary reason these coins were minted was to satisfy the demand for coinage due to the large number of U.S. servicemen stationed in Australia at the time. The "S" mint mark appears on the reverse of the coin.
It is a darkly toned coin with hints of blue, gold, and orange. It is also interesting to note that the "1" in the date appears thicker than normal for this date.
Date acquired: 7/20/2011 (Already graded by NGC)
Rev. 5/13/2023