Hong Kong 20 Cents (Elizabeth II)

Brief Description

A scalloped-edged (dodecagonal) coin featuring 'HONG KONG', the year '1980', and 'TWENTY CENTS' on the reverse, with Chinese characters in the center.

Historical Significance

Issued during the British colonial period under the reign of Queen Elizabeth II. The scalloped shape was introduced in 1975 to make the coin easily distinguishable by touch from other denominations.

Estimated Value

$0.10 - $2.00 USD (depending on condition)

Care Instructions

Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid cleaning or polishing as this can damage the numismatic value; if necessary, handle by the edges only.

Created At: 2026-03-23T00:37:16.361215