2 Dollars 1993-2019 front 2 Dollars 1993-2019 back
2 Dollars 1993-2019 photo
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2 Dollars

 
Copper-nickel 8.4 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
Hong Kong (China)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-1997)
Period
Special Administrative Region (1997-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1993-2019
Value
2 Dollars 2 HKD = USD 0.26
Currency
Dollar (1863-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
8.4 g
Diameter
28 mm
Thickness
2.03 mm
Shape
Scalloped (with 12 notches)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#1582
Rarity index
3%

Reverse

The value in numerals above the date, with the denomination in Latin below

Scripts: Chinese (traditional, regular script), Latin

Lettering:
貳 圓
2
1998
TWO DOLLARS

Translation: Two Dollars

Engraver: Joseph Yam

Edge

Plain

Comment

This coin was initially struck under the reign of Elizabeth II and continues to be struck since the handover of Hong Kong to the People's Republic of China in 1997, as a Special Administrative Region ((SAR) - same as Macau).

Interesting fact

The 2 Dollars coin from Hong Kong (China) made of Copper-nickel and weighing 8.4 grams has a unique feature. It has a distinctive wave pattern on its obverse side, which is meant to symbolize the dynamic and prosperous spirit of Hong Kong. This design element sets the coin apart from other coins and makes it easily recognizable.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1993  - - - - - -
1994  - - - - - -
1995  - - - - - -
1997  - - - - - -
1998  - - - - - -
2012  80000000 - - - - - -
2013  - - - - - -
2015  - - - - - -
2017  - - - - - -
2019  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Dollars 1993-2019 coin.