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1 Cent - Victoria Trial Strike
1863 year| Copper | 7.5 g | 27.5 mm |
| Issuer | Hong Kong (China) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1842-1901) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1863 |
| Value | 1 Cent (0.01 HKD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1863-date) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.5 g |
| Diameter | 27.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#21716 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Chinese value within beaded circle, date lower right
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
.HONG-KONG.
香
仙一
港
ONE CENT 1863
Translation:
Hong Kong
One Cent
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Cent - Victoria (Trial Strike) 1863 from Hong Kong (China) made of Copper weighing 7.5g is that it is a rare and highly sought-after collector's item. It is considered a trial strike, meaning it was struck multiple times to test the die and ensure the quality of the coin. This process resulted in a small number of coins being produced, making them highly valuable to collectors. Additionally, the fact that it was minted in Hong Kong during the Victorian era adds to its historical significance and rarity, making it a prized possession for coin collectors and enthusiasts.
