1900 Hong Kong One Cent Copper Coin AU50

Product Description

This 1900 Victoria Hong Kong One Cent copper coin, professionally encapsulated and graded by Bogu Antique Shop, is rated AU50 near uncirculated. A classic late British-ruled Hong Kong copper subsidiary coin, it possesses both local historical commemorative significance and collectible value.

Obverse (Portrait of Queen Victoria)

The rim is engraved with the English words "VICTORIA QUEEN," and the center features a classic portrait of Queen Victoria. The crown and headdress details are well-preserved, with ample relief. The base retains its original copper patina with only very slight circulation wear. High-point patterns are not extensively worn down, meeting the AU50 near uncirculated standard.

Reverse (Hong Kong Place Name Side)

The outer rim is engraved with the English words "HONG KONG・ONE CENT," and the year of minting, 1900, is marked at the bottom. The center features the Chinese characters "香港一分" (Hong Kong One Cent) vertically, with clear and full lettering. The surrounding beaded border is intact. The overall striking is strong, with the lettering and border details clearly legible. There are no punctures, cracks, or severe oxidation.

Version and Condition Description

This coin is a legal tender copper subsidiary coin from British Hong Kong in the late 19th century, over 120 years old. Due to long-term circulation and wear, near-uncirculated AU coins are extremely rare, making them a classic variety in Hong Kong's local currency collecting system.

AU50 indicates that most of the original surface and graphic details are intact, with only slight wear at the highest point of the relief. The original natural copper patina is fully preserved, with no signs of artificial cleaning or polishing.

The collectible comes with a transparent, anti-counterfeiting casing reminiscent of antique artifacts:

• The front label fully records the year 1900, face value of one cent, coin type, Victorian theme, size 27.7mm, thickness 1.5mm, weight 7.3g, and unique collectible number 30240559038621. A QR code is included for verification.

• The back of the casing features a rainbow holographic anti-counterfeiting label with a "Professional Authentication, Guaranteed Refund if Authentic, Market Price Buyback" guarantee. It includes a red authentication stamp. The sealed casing isolates the coin from air and moisture, preventing oxidation and greening, thus preserving its condition for a long time.

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