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5 Cents - George VI
| Nickel | 2.6 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Hong Kong (China) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1938-1941 |
| Value | 5 Cents (0.05 HKD) |
| Currency | Dollar (1863-date) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 2.6 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#9454 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 22% |
Reverse
Chinese value within beaded circle, date lower right
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
* HONG – KONG *
香
仙 • 五
港
FIVE CENTS 1938
Translation:
Hong Kong
Five Cents
Edge
Security Edge
Comment
Differs from KM#20 by shape of crownInteresting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the Japanese occupation of Hong Kong during World War II. The coin's design, featuring King George VI, was created by the Royal Mint in London, but the coins were actually minted in Japan, as Hong Kong's mint was occupied by the Japanese at the time. This fact makes the coin a unique piece of history, as it represents a time of great turmoil and change for both Hong Kong and the world.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1939 H | 3090000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1939 KN | 4710000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1941 H | 777000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1941 KN | 1075000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Cents - George VI 1938-1941 coin.
