Hong Kong 2 Dollars

Country of Origin: Hong Kong

Year of Issue: 1993-2017 (Common range for this design)

Denomination: 2 Dollars ($2 HKD)

Composition: Cupro-nickel

Hong Kong 2 Dollars

Brief Description

Scalloped edge coin featuring a Bauhinia flower (Hong Kong orchid tree) on the obverse and the denomination on the reverse.

Historical Significance

This design was introduced in 1993 to replace the previous colonial-era coins featuring the British monarch (Queen Elizabeth II) ahead of the 1997 handover of Hong Kong to China.

Estimated Value

$0.25 - $1.00 USD (Face value is approximately $0.26 USD)

Care Instructions

Handle by the edges to avoid transferring skin oils; store in a cool, dry place within a PVC-free numismatic holder to prevent corrosion.

Created At: 2026-02-26T03:31:30.845123