What is a rare Australian 20 cent coin worth?

While not a rare coin it is quite hard to find in uncirculated condition. Circulated 3 1/2 claw 1981 20c are only worth face value, but uncirculated examples are worth $50+ and well worth looking out for. If you're looking for a rare Australian 20 cent coin in your change read this article to learn about the 4 most important types.

What is a rare coin?

A rare coin is one that was not minted in mass production or now exists in very limited quantities, meaning there are less of these coins available. A rare coin in good condition may be worth a substantial amount of money or may be something you are interested in collecting. How Do You Know If a Coin Is Valuable?

What coins are worth a lot?

Here are 20 examples of these valuable coins you should be looking for, especially if you are interested in coin collecting, that could be worth hundreds, or even tens of thousands of dollars: Any Morgan Dollar or Peace Dollar silver coins will be worth, at least, their weight in silver according to the silver spot price.

Why do Australian 20 cent coins have a wavy base?

1. Australian 1966 London 20 Cent Wavy Baseline Variety About half of the Australian 1966 20 cent coins were struck by the Royal Mint in London. For some reason one of reverse (tails) dies used in London was damaged and touched up resulting in a distinctive ‘Wave’ on the baseline of the 2 on the reverse of the coin.