The Secret Silver Coins of the U.S. Mint

The Secret Silver Coins of the U.S. Mint

£59 per shipment
You will receive one coin in your first shipment, followed by two coins every other month.
A collection of rarely seen silver threepences, shillings, sixpences and florins, minted for only three years during World War II at the Denver and San Francisco Mints.
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Item #:UK-FUSA

About 1 million U.S. military personnel were based in Australia during World War II. Since they were paid in cash, the nation faced a potential monetary crisis, but the U.S. Mints in Denver and San Francisco stepped in to save the day. They produced limited quantities of Australia’s four circulating silver coins between 1942 and 1944, each struck in 92.5% sterling silver. Available exclusively from Danbury Mint, this complete collection includes one of every denomination struck at each U.S. Mint.The four unique coin designs are:

  • The threepence shows three stalks of wheat held together with a ribbon.
  • The sixpence featuring the Australian coat of arms: a shield supported by a kangaroo and an emu, two native Australian animals.
  • The shilling, with a merino ram’s head symbolising the importance of sheep farming to the Australian economy.
  • The florin, the largest Australian silver coin during World War II, shows the arms of the Commonwealth of Australia, a shield supported by a kangaroo and an emu.

With each of the six coins bearing the “D” mint mark of the Denver Mint (threepence and sixpence only) or the “S” mint mark of the San Francisco Mint (all four denominations), The Secret Silver Coins of the U.S. Mint forms a collectable of meaning, beauty and importance.

These historic coins are presented in gently circulated condition with all the major design details intact, and each one is encapsulated for its protection. You will receive a single coin in your first shipment, two coins in both your second and third shipments and a single coin in your final shipment.

You will also receive a richly-finished handsome display chest in your second shipment, provided at no extra charge as well as a Collector’s Guide that recounts the remarkable story behind these scarce World War II silver treasures.

How long will it take for my order to be shipped?

Most in-stock, non-personalised items will ship within 1 week of purchase.

What shipping method does the Danbury Mint normally use to ship me the product?

We send orders via courier services or by Royal Mail.

What is your return policy?

Your satisfaction is completely guaranteed.  If you are not delighted with your purchase, you may return it for any reason within 90 days for replacement or full refund. We’ll even pay the postage.

You can order online by going to the web site page on which your product appears. Click on "Add To Cart". When you're ready to check out, just follow the prompts from there. It's easy. You may also call Customer Service at +44 (0)344 557 5600, Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. or mail your order to us at: Jubilee House, Davis Road, Chessington, Surrey, KT9 1SE.

How do I know if it is safe to send credit card information to the Danbury Mint over the Internet?
Your credit card details are encrypted and we use the Secure Socket Layer (SSL) Protocol to ensure your information is safe and secure.  SSL is the standard cryptographic system used to transmit private information on the internet.  We have an SSL certificate from VeriSign which is displayed on our website. If you still have concerns about ordering electronically, you can call us at +44 (0)344 557 5600, Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

When will my credit card be charged?
Your credit or debit card will be charged upon shipment of your order. If you are paying by PayPal, you will be charged upon confirmation of your order. If you choose to pay in instalments, your card will be charged in monthly intervals, starting on the shipment date of your order.

What forms of payment do you accept?
Our website accepts all major credit and debit cards. Some products are eligible for PayPal. If ordering by post you also have the option to pay by cheque or postal order.

How long will it take for my order to be shipped?
Most in-stock, non-personalised items will ship within 1 week of purchase.

Will I receive a confirming email once I place an order online?
Once you submit your order, you will see a “Confirmation” page in your web browser. This confirms that your order has been submitted and is being processed. You will also receive an email confirmation which you should keep for your records.

What is PayMint?
Buy now, pay later with PayMint! To take advantage of convenient, interest-free monthly instalments, simply choose “Pay in instalments” in the Billing Section of checkout. Your credit card will be charged in monthly intervals, beginning when your product is shipped.

What are instalment payments?
When you choose to pay in instalments, you can get your order now and split your purchase total into multiple budget-friendly payments. It's an easy, interest-free way to shop!
When instalment billing is offered, the total cost of the item and postage & handling charges are evenly divided by the number of instalments for that item. Simply pay your first instalment now. Subsequent instalments are charged monthly, directly to the payment method you authorized at checkout.
There are no gimmicks or hidden fees. The total cost of an item doesn’t change whether paying in full or in instalments. This is simply offered as a convenience to our customers.
Please be advised that instalments are only available on orders placed with a major credit card.

Does it cost more to pay by the instalment plan than if you pay all at once?
No, there is no extra cost for paying by instalments – this is a convenience that we offer to our customers.

Why do I pay for postage and handling on each instalment?
We take the total cost of postage and hnadling and divide it by the number of instalments so that each instalment is the same amount. The shipping and service charge is the same whether you pay in full or in instalments.