1955 Perth Proof Penny PCGS PR63RD

A fantastic example of this rare post-55 proof. This example has full red, which is unusual for this type, and would easily rate as “FDC” under the Australian grading system. Untoned, unmarked, and pristine, this piece is one of the nicest specimens I’ve seen on the market in a number of years. The 1955 Perth proof penny appears on the market regularly, but most do not approach this example in terms of quality and eye appeal. Valuations for the type rise exponentially with the grade, with low grade “dogs” selling for around $4,000, finger-printed or toned examples retailing around $6,000, and attractively toned pieces selling for around $8,000. Absolutely pristine examples (of which I have only seen two or three), regularly retail for over $12,500, with a near-perfect 1956-P (a comparable coin) recently advertised for $16,000 through a Melbourne dealer; that coin has since sold. To top it off, the 1955 Perth proof penny has a low mintage of only 301 pieces, and is thus very scarce in any grade. On the whole, this exclusive piece would make a great addition to a type set or proof collection. Professional Coin Grading Service is the global leader in coin authentication and grading. With over 60 million coins graded and counting, PCGS is trusted by collectors, dealers, and investors to certify authenticity, protect value, and elevate market confidence. This is a direct conversion of the 70-point PCGS grade to a 10-point scale, intended to present the grade in a more intuitive format for newer collectors. It is not our personal opinion or an attempt at regrading the coin to a different standard. To understand how the 70-point scale converts to a 10-point scale, [click here](https://drakesterling.com/en/page/the-ten-point-coin-grading-scale). A fantastic example of this rare post-55 proof. This example has full red, which is unusual for this type, and would easily rate as “FDC” under the Australian grading system. Untoned, unmarked, and pristine, this piece is one of the nicest specimens I’ve seen on the market in a number of years. The 1955 Perth proof penny appears on the market regularly, but most do not approach this example in terms of quality and eye appeal. Valuations for the type rise exponentially with the grade, with low grade “dogs” selling for around $4,000, finger-printed or toned examples retailing around $6,000, and attractively toned pieces selling for around $8,000. Absolutely pristine examples (of which I have only seen two or three), regularly retail for over $12,500, with a near-perfect 1956-P (a comparable coin) recently advertised for $16,000 through a Melbourne dealer; that coin has since sold. To top it off, the 1955 Perth proof penny has a low mintage of only 301 pieces, and is thus very scarce in any grade. On the whole, this exclusive piece would make a great addition to a type set or proof collection.