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2 Dollars - Elizabeth II 2nd portrait
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 8.41 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Hong Kong (China) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-1997) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1975-1984 |
| Value | 2 Dollars 2 HKD = USD 0.26 |
| Currency | Dollar (1863-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 8.41 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 1.9 mm |
| Shape | Scalloped (with 12 notches) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#1025 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 4% |
Reverse
Standing crowned lion above date and value
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
HONG 香 KONG
圓 貳
1975
TWO 港 DOLLARS
Translation:
Hong Kong
Two Dollars
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design that showcases the famous landmark of Hong Kong, the Tsim Sha Tsui Clock Tower, which was built in 1915 and stands 44 meters tall. The clock tower is surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves and the denomination "2 DOLLARS" is written at the bottom of the coin. This design was created by the Hong Kong artist, Joseph Chan, and it has become a distinctive feature of Hong Kong's currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | 60000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 | 504000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1979 | 9032000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 | 30000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1981 | 30000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1982 | 30000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1983 | 7002000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1984 | 22002000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Dollars - Elizabeth II (2nd portrait) 1975-1984 coin.
