Australian Silver Threepence Value Today
An Australian Silver Threepence contains 0.0419 troy oz of silver, worth $2.26 ($3.22) at today's price of $54.01 an ounce.
Live price Oct 26, 2026, 18:36 UTC · Melt value, not a dealer offer
Australian Silver Threepence: every version
| Version | Years | Weight | Purity | Silver | Melt value | AUD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling silver (92.5%) | 1910-1945 | 1.41 g | 92.5% | 0.0419 oz | $2.26 | $3.22 |
| 50% silver | 1946-1964 | 1.41 g | 50% | 0.0227 oz | $1.23 | $1.74 |
Specifications
| Country | Australia |
|---|---|
| Years | 1910-1964 |
| Face value | 3 pence (pre-decimal) |
| Weight | 1.41 g |
| Purity | 92.5% silver |
| Silver content | 0.0419 troy oz (1.303 g) |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Design | George VI and Elizabeth II issues show three ears of wheat tied with a ribbon. |
What it's worth when you sell
Australian pre-decimal silver coins dated 1910 to 1945 are sterling silver (92.5%); those dated from 1946 are 50% silver. Weights are standard new-coin weights; worn coins weigh less.
Common dates usually sell to dealers for around their melt value; scarce dates, mint marks and coins in top condition can be worth much more. For a valuable-looking coin, check a price guide or have it graded before selling.
Australian Silver Threepence: FAQ
How much is an Australian Silver Threepence worth in silver?
About $2.26 at today's silver price of $54.01 an ounce (Oct 26, 2026, 18:36 UTC). That is its melt value: 0.0419 troy oz of silver × the spot price. Common dates usually sell for around melt value; scarce dates and coins in top condition can be worth more.
How much silver is in an Australian Silver Threepence?
0.0419 troy ounces (1.303 grams) of pure silver, in a coin weighing 1.41 g that is 92.5% silver. Other versions are listed in the table on this page.
Other silver coins
Sources: Wikipedia – Coins of the Australian pound · The Perth Mint – How much are your old silver coins worth?. Melt values use the live spot price; not a dealer offer or a numismatic valuation.