1960 Hong Kong One Dollar Copper-Nickel Coin

1960 Hong Kong One Dollar Copper-Nickel Coin 1960 Hong Kong One Dollar Copper-Nickel Queen Elizabeth II KM#31 This 1960 Hong Kong One Dollar coin is a notable piece of British Commonwealth numismatic history, featuring the first portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Mary Gillick on the obverse. Struck in a durable copper-nickel alloy, the reverse showcases the iconic crowned lion holding a pearl, a symbol of Hong Kong's status as the Pearl of the Orient, along with the denomination in both English and Chinese. This specific issue, cataloged as KM#31, represents a period of significant economic growth in the crown colony. The coin is presented in a protective 2x2 cardboard flip, preserving its details and historical significance for collectors of colonial coinage. 1960 Hong Kong One Dollar Queen Elizabeth II Copper-Nickel Coin Condition: The coin appears to be in circulated condition, showing moderate wear on the high points of Queen Elizabeth II's portrait and the central lion crest. There is visible surface toning and minor contact marks consistent with age and use. The mint for this issue is the Royal Mint in London. The metal content is copper-nickel. This coin is part of the historical colonial coinage of Hong Kong, featuring the first portrait of Queen Elizabeth II by Mary Gillick on the obverse and the crowned lion holding a pearl on the reverse. The strike type is business strike. The coin is currently ungraded and presented in a cardboard 2x2 flip. Hong Kong, 1960, one dollar, coin, Queen Elizabeth II, numismatics, currency, British colony, vintage, collectible, lion, 2x2 flip Hong Kong 1960 one dollar, vintage Hong Kong coins, Queen Elizabeth II coin, 1960 HK dollar, British colony currency, numismatics, rare Hong Kong coins, collectible coins, Hong Kong dollar lion, 1960 coin collection IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction.”ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions.” References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection agencies to enforce these Terms. By placing any bid, the bidder acknowledges they have read the title and description in full, reviewed all photographs, and had the opportunity to ask questions prior to bidding. The bidder agrees they are purchasing the item strictly as shown in the auction images and as described, AS-IS, WHERE-IS, and that placing a bid and/or winning an item constitutes a binding contract, with no refunds, no returns, no exchanges, no credits, and no cancellations for any reason. Auction transactions are processed after the auction closes, and invoices are finalized. Charges may occur hours or days after the auction, depending on processing, invoice preparation, and shipping calculations. The auction house