1920 Kookaburra Square Penny Type 9
An extremely rare piece, we have recorded the sale of only three 1920 Type 9 Square Pennies over the last 46 years, this coin being one of them. This particular Type 9 is distinctively brilliant for quality. Proof-like on both obverse and reverse, the obverse in particular has handsome golden toning.
A strong statement given that the 1920 dated coins are noted for dull surfaces and inconsistencies in their toning. (Even the Type 9 that was offered several years ago at auction from the Melbourne Museum Collection was noted as having a metal flaw.)
Fondly referred to as the 'Square Legend Kooka', it features a square legend on the obverse, instead of the circular style used in the Type 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11 and 12.
It is the rarity and the distinct square legend style that has made this coin inordinately popular with collectors and investors.
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