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Hong Kong 2 Dollars Queen Elizabeth II (2nd Portrait)
2 Dollars

Hong Kong 2 Dollars Queen Elizabeth II (2nd Portrait)

Hong Kong · 1982

A scalloped-edged coin featuring a crowned lion holding a pearl on the reverse, with 'HONG KONG', 'TWO DOLLARS', and the year '1982' inscribed in English and Chinese.

Country
Hong Kong
Year
1982
Denomination
2 Dollars
Metal
Cupro-Nickel

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Overview

A scalloped-edged coin featuring a crowned lion holding a pearl on the reverse, with 'HONG KONG', 'TWO DOLLARS', and the year '1982' inscribed in English and Chinese.

Historical significance

Issued during the British colonial period of Hong Kong, this coin features the crest from the colonial coat of arms. It represents the economic history of the territory prior to the 1997 handover to China.

Estimated value

$0.50 - $2.00 USD (Circulated condition)

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place inside a non-PVC coin holder or capsule to prevent oxidation. Avoid cleaning the coin with chemicals or abrasives, as this can severely reduce its numismatic value.