5 Cents - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait) 1988 front 5 Cents - Elizabeth II (3rd portrait) 1988 back
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5 Cents - Elizabeth II 3rd portrait

1988 year
Nickel brass 2.59 g 16.51 mm
Description
Issuer
Hong Kong (China)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-1997)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1988
Value
5 Cents (0.05&nbspHKD)
Currency
Dollar (1863-date)
Composition
Nickel brass
Weight
2.59 g
Diameter
16.51 mm
Thickness
1.68 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
31 December 1988
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#32431
Rarity index
60%

Reverse

Chinese value within beaded circle, date lower right

Scripts: Chinese, Latin

Lettering:
* HONG – KONG *
 香
仙 • 五
 港
FIVE CENTS 1988

Translation:
Hong Kong
Five Cents

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique reverse design that showcases a traditional Chinese junk boat, which is a symbol of Hong Kong's rich maritime history and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1988  25000 - - - - - -

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