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10 Cents - George VI
| Nickel brass (79% copper, 20% zinc, 1% nickel) | 4.5359 g | 20.6 mm |
| Issuer | Hong Kong (China) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1948-1951 |
| Value | 10 Cents (0.10 HKD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1863-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass (79% copper, 20% zinc, 1% nickel) |
| Weight | 4.5359 g |
| Diameter | 20.6 mm |
| Thickness | 1.96 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#1575 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 4% |
Reverse
Chinese value within beaded circle, date lower right
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
• HONG – KONG •
香
毫 • 一
港
TEN CENTS 1950
Translation:
Hong Kong
Ten Cents
Edge
Security edge
Interesting fact
The 10 Cents coin from Hong Kong (China) made of Nickel brass (79% copper, 20% zinc, 1% nickel) weighing 4.5359 g has an interesting fact that it was designed by sculptor and engraver, Thomas Humphrey Paget. He was a renowned artist who also designed coins for other countries, including the United Kingdom. The obverse of the coin features the portrait of King George VI, while the reverse features the famous landmark of Hong Kong, the Tsim Sha Tsui Clock Tower.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | 30000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1949 | 35000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1950 | 20000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1951 | 5000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Cents - George VI 1948-1951 coin.
