20 Cents (Special Administration Region) 1997 front 20 Cents (Special Administration Region) 1997 back
20 Cents (Special Administration Region) 1997 photo
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20 Cents Special Administration Region

1997 year
Nickel brass 2.6 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Hong Kong (China)
Period
Special Administrative Region (1997-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1997
Value
20 Cents 0.20 HKD = USD 0.026
Currency
Dollar (1863-date)
Composition
Nickel brass
Weight
2.6 g
Diameter
19 mm
Thickness
1.3 mm
Shape
Scalloped (with 12 notches)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#5276
Rarity index
15%

Reverse

Two butterfly kites, with their tails knotted together, the butterfly being the symbol of joy and conjugal felicity

Lettering:
貳 20 毫
19 97
TWENTY CENTS

Translation:
Twenty Cents
1997
Twenty Cents

Engraver: Lady Haddon-Cave

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the skyline of Hong Kong, including the iconic Victoria Harbour and the surrounding mountains. The design is surrounded by a circle of 20 stars, representing the 20 special administrative regions of China. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its unique design makes it stand out among other coins from Hong Kong.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997  - - - - - -

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