1895 Hong Kong 20 Cents Silver Coin, NGC Graded VF20
Product Description
This 1895 Hong Kong 20 Cent Silver Coin (Queen Victoria's Hair-Up Version), certified and encapsulated by the internationally renowned NGC, is graded VF20. It retains its original patina without any artificial cleaning or repair. A classic 19th-century British Hong Kong silver subsidiary coin, it's a suitable introductory specimen for collectors of complete sets.
Obverse | Details of Queen Victoria's Portrait
The coin features the inscription "VICTORIA QUEEN" around the rim, with Queen Victoria's hair up and crown in the center. Graded VF20, the portrait shows noticeable wear in the high relief, with slight smoothing of the hair and crown details, but the overall outline is still discernible. The coin is covered with a uniform, natural patina, without any signs of chemical cleaning or artificial polishing. The edge is intact with no major damage, dents, or deep scratches.
Reverse Coin Design | Bilingual (Chinese and English) Denomination
The outer ring displays the English words "TWENTY CENTS" and the year 1895. The center features the traditional Chinese characters "香港贰毛" (Hong Kong Two Cents) vertically, surrounded by a beaded border. The Chinese characters are clearly legible, and the English text is fully preserved. This design, combining Chinese and Western text, fully reflects the characteristics of late Qing Dynasty Hong Kong colonial currency. The original oxidation layer on the coin is intact.
Complete Specifications
| Year of Issue | 1895 |
|---|---|
| Issuing Region | British Hong Kong |
| Face Value | TWENTY CENTS (Two Cents) |
| Material | Silver Alloy |
| Portrait Theme | Queen Victoria with her hair tied up and crowned |
| Authentication Agency | NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Company) |
| Grade | VF 20 (Circulated Fine, Original Old Patina, No Cleaning) |
| Collection Number | 8186673-036 |
| Collection Subject | Victorian Era Hong Kong Silver Coins, Late Qing Dynasty Bilingual (Chinese and English) Colonial Silver Coins |
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