this 1920 English Obverse Penny, a true scarcity for collectors of pre-decimal coins. Its history is as intriguing as its age, showcasing a DBBS GF/VF35BN 6 Pearl Partial Diamond. Notable rim impacts.

Its known scarcity is evident as there are only 22 higher PCGS sightings from a total of 54 which assures its ranking as an exceptional must for penny enthusiasts of pre-decimal Australian coins. It’s noteworthy that the famous 1930 penny at this rated grade would sell for $35k+ yet there’s been more than 100 PCGS sightings. Scarcity is a key influence then driven by popularity.

Renniks have knowingly not included both English Obverse varieties which is inexcusable. Both English varieties of the 1920 series are rare and unbeknown to many worldly collectors who are not unacquainted relying on Renniks as a source material to be better informed. The 1920 Indian Obverse Dot Above Top Scroll (DATS) was once considered the scarcest 1920 Penny but particularly since 2003 this is no longer the case. A recent example of a 1920 English Obverse DABS which was unsuccessfully auctioned - pcgs slabbed AU58 - with an indicative asking price $65K+