Summary
Proof 10 Cents, Issued by Hong Kong, 1888
Minted by Royal Mint, London
Obverse Description
Crowned bust of the Queen wearing an ornamental bodice facing left; around, VICTORIA QUEEN
Reverse Description
At centre within beaded circle, four Chinese characters; around, . HONG-KONG . TEN CENTS 1888
Edge Description
Milled
Significance
It is probable that this coin was included in the Melbourne Branch of the Royal Mint's exhibit in the Melbourne International Centennial Exhibition,1888-89 (the exact date of it's arrival in Melbourne has not been found)
More Information
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from Melbourne Branch of Royal Mint, 1978
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Date Issued
1888 AD
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Issued By
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Mint
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Artist
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Denomination
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Material
Silver
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Axis
06
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Classification
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Type of item
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Dimensions
18 mm (Outside Diameter), 2.713 g (Weight)
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Shape
Round
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References
KM#6.3
[Book] Bruce, Colin R. 2006. Standard Catalogue of World Coins 1801 - 1900.
[Book] Cribb, Joe. 1987. Money in the Bank, The Hongkong Bank Money Collection.
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Keywords
British Empire Coins, Exhibitions: Melbourne International Centennial, 1888-1889, British Commonwealth and Empire Coins
