Except... it's NOT REAL! http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/180728090564 A 'real' mistaken bidder? Or someone looking to screw up a sale? $1000 for a fake coin... I'm really scratching my head on this one!
ustralia 1930 George V Album Filler Penny Coin EF Comments: This coin weighs 9.9g and measures 30.5mm. Genuine Penny weighs 9.45g, this is obviously an imitation. Conservative Grade: Extremely Fine condition imitation album-filler coin, this is my opinion only, please take the time to view the images. Notes: 100% Original. At present we are listing numerous numismatic lots. These items are great for the collector or possibly future investment. Please take time to closely view the pictures as any mention of grading or condition details is how we see them and strictly our opinion only. The pictures should clearly show you the condition of the items. Please look at other similar items we have on ebay.
Because the listing says it is an imitation however then it states 100% original in their spiel ? Australia 1930 George V Album Filler Penny Coin EF Comments: This coin weighs 9.9g and measures 30.5mm. Genuine Penny weighs 9.45g, this is obviously an imitation. Conservative Grade: Extremely Fine condition imitation album-filler coin, this is my opinion only, please take the time to view the images. Notes: 100% Original. At present we are listing numerous numismatic lots. These items are great for the collector or possibly future investment. Please take time to closely view the pictures as any mention of grading or condition details is how we see them and strictly our opinion only. The pictures should clearly show you the condition of the items. DOH I am too slow....
Yeah I saw the exact same style of coin in an antique shop. He wanted $225 I said you must be joking, well I suppose I now look like the idiot hey
At Camberwell market most Sunday's there is at least 1 complete Penny set with a copy inserted into the 1930 slot $100-$140
i can get them for about $15. Made in Australia as well! They also do the 21/22 over date 3 pence for about the same price. They are good copies but a bit thin for the penny