1897 Hong Kong 5 Cents NGC UNC Details

Product Description

This 1897 Hong Kong Five Cent Silver Coin (Queen Victoria Edition), certified and encapsulated by the internationally renowned NGC, is graded UNC DETAILS and marked CLEANED. A classic Hong Kong silver subsidiary coin from the Victorian era, its graphic details are at an uncirculated level, suitable for beginner collectors and as part of a complete set.

Obverse | Queen Victoria's Hair-Up Portrait The rim is engraved with the English words "VICTORIA QUEEN," and the center features Queen Victoria's classic hair-up crown portrait. The crown beads, hair strands, and collar are meticulously and three-dimensionally engraved, with rich overall detail and the relief of an uncirculated condition.

Condition Notes：The UNC DETAILS label indicates that the coin's graphic details are intact with no severe wear, close to uncirculated condition; CLEANED is an important note, as this coin has undergone artificial cleaning, the original patina has disappeared, and the surface finish is an artificial effect. Therefore, a numerical grade cannot be assigned; only the level of detail is indicated.

Reverse Coin Design | Bilingual (Chinese and English) Denomination

The outer ring features the English inscription "HONGKONG FIVE CENTS," while the center displays the vertical Chinese characters "香港五仙" (Hong Kong Five Cents). The year 1897 is engraved on both sides. The beaded edge is intact and without any broken teeth. The coexistence of Chinese and Western characters is a unique characteristic of late Qing Dynasty British Hong Kong's currency era. The characters are clearly engraved without any wear.

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