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10 Cents - George VI
1937 year| Nickel | 4.5 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Hong Kong (China) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1937 |
| Value | 10 Cents (0.10 HKD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1863-date) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 4.5 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#7759 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Chinese value within beaded circle, date lower right
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
* HONG – KONG *
香
毫 • 一
港
TEN CENTS 1937
Translation:
Hong Kong
Ten Cents
Edge
Security Edge
Comment
Differs from KM#23 by the shape of crownInteresting fact
The 10 Cents coin from Hong Kong (China) made of Nickel weighing 4.5g has an interesting fact that it was minted during the reign of King George VI, who was the King of the United Kingdom from 1936 until his death in 1952. This coin was minted in 1937, which was the first year of his reign, and it features his image on one side and the Hong Kong coat of arms on the other. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin in Hong Kong during that time and is now a collectible item for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1937 | 17500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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