5 Dalasis Return of Hong Kong to China
1997 year| Copper-nickel | - | - |
| Issuer | The Gambia |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1970-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 5 Dalasis 5 GMD = USD 0.07 |
| Currency | Dalasi (1971-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#39200 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
View of Hong Kong, portrait of Deng Xiao Ping above, face value below.
Lettering:
The Return
of Hong Kong To China
1 July 1997
5
DALASIS
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The 5 Dalasis coin from The Gambia, issued in 1997 to commemorate the Return of Hong Kong to China, features a unique design that showcases a fusion of Chinese and Gambian cultures. The obverse side of the coin depicts the national emblem of the People's Republic of China, while the reverse side features a traditional Gambian mask, symbolizing the cultural exchange and unity between the two nations. This coin is not only a rare and valuable collector's item but also serves as a symbol of the strong diplomatic relations between The Gambia and China.
