1935 Australian Penny Grade: VF20 #0285
AU Pre-decimal1935 Australian Penny Grade: VF20 #0285
Grade: VF20Mintmark: No mintmark
Composition: Bronze
Krause Number: KM# 23
### Obverse (front)
**Wear and Detail Integrity:**
Moderate wear is evident across the major devices, with smoothing on the high points of the central motif. Legends remain clear and legible.
**Luster and Eye Appeal:**
The surface lacks original mint luster, displaying a consistent chocolate-brown patina with average visual appeal for a circulated specimen.
**Surface Condition:**
Minor contact marks and light abrasions are visible in the fields, though no major distracting scratches are present.
### Reverse (back)
**Wear and Detail Integrity:**
The central lettering and decorative elements show even wear. The inner beaded border and outer legends retain significant detail and definition.
**Luster and Eye Appeal:**
The tone is dull and uniform, characteristic of a coin that has seen significant time in circulation.
**Surface Condition:**
The fields are relatively clean, with scattered small marks consistent with the grade. The rims remain mostly intact.
### Grading Analysis Results
**Grade: VF-20 (Very Fine 20)**
This specimen exhibits moderate, even wear on all surfaces, while maintaining clear major design elements and fully legible inscriptions.