Obverse: Portrait of Queen Victoria, inscription: VICTORIA QUEEN.
Reverse: Denomination “5 CENTS” with the year “1901”, surrounded by a wreath.
Composition: Silver.
Weight: ~1.94 g.
Diameter: 15 mm.
Edge: Reeded.
Mint: Heaton Mint, Birmingham.
Historical Insight:
This coin was part of Hong Kong’s colonial currency system during the final years of Queen Victoria’s reign, representing stability in trade and commerce.
Collecting Note:
A collectible example of Hong Kong colonial coinage, valued for its historical context and Victorian portrait.
Verified ππ° HONG KONG β Coins of the Crown Colony (1863β1997) 5 Cents 1901
Owner: Babushka