Papau New Guinea Shilling Treasure Pack 

Product Overview

The Treasure Pack of Papua New Guinea Shillings brings together 30 coins, each weighing 5.38 grams, struck during the years 1938 to 1945. These historic shillings were minted under Australian administration during a period of global upheaval, making them both a collectible numismatic item and a unique link to World War II-era history in the Pacific.

Composed of silver and issued in Papua New Guinea, these coins have become highly collectible due to their age, limited mintages, and historic significance. Owning this 30-coin pack provides collectors with a substantial holding of original wartime coinage.

Key Features & Benefits

Historic Coins – Issued between 1938–1945 during WWII-era Pacific history

Silver Content – Each shilling weighs 5.38g with 92.5% silver composition (Sterling Silver)

Treasure Pack of 30 Coins – A bulk lot ideal for collectors and resellers

Colonial Coinage – Minted under Australian administration for use in Papua New Guinea

Numismatic Value – Increasingly scarce, highly sought after by collectors of world and wartime coinage

Design & Craftsmanship

Obverse – Features the portrait of King George VI, with inscriptions identifying the monarch.

Reverse – Typically depicts a striking design incorporating traditional motifs, mint marks, and the denomination.

Each coin tells a story of Papua New Guinea’s history and its ties to Australia during the Commonwealth era.

Authentication & Specifications

Metal: Sterling Silver (92.5% Pure Silver)

Weight: 5.38 grams each

Total Weight: 161.4 grams (30 coins)

Years: 1938–1945 (random mix)

Denomination: 1 Shilling

Origin: Papua New Guinea, under Australian administration

Packaging & Availability

Supplied as a bulk set of 30 coins, individually loose. Coins may show varying levels of toning, wear, and patina consistent with age and circulation.

Customer Reviews

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “A fantastic bundle of history! These shillings are a joy to sort through and add to my Commonwealth collection.” – Brian H.