1990 Hong Kong 10 Cents Copper-Nickel Coin

1990 Hong Kong 10 Cents Copper-Nickel Coin 1990 Hong Kong 10 Cents Copper-Nickel Coin This 1990 Hong Kong 10 Cents circulation coin is struck in a durable copper-nickel alloy. The obverse features the third portrait of Queen Elizabeth II wearing the George IV State Diadem, facing right, surrounded by the inscription QUEEN ELIZABETH II. The reverse displays the denomination 10 in the center with the year 1990 below, flanked by the name HONG KONG in both English and Chinese characters. The coin features a distinct milled edge. This specific piece is housed in a protective cardboard 2x2 flip labeled with the KM# 55 catalog reference, preserving its condition for collectors of British Commonwealth or Asian numismatics. 1990 Hong Kong 10 Cents Queen Elizabeth II Nickel-Brass Coin Condition: The coin is in circulated condition, exhibiting a significant dark patina and surface oxidation across both the obverse and reverse. High-point details on the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II and the numerical denomination show signs of even wear. There are no major gouges visible, but the original luster is absent due to environmental toning. Mint: Royal Mint, Llantrisant, United Kingdom. Metal content: Nickel-brass (Copper-Nickel-Zinc). Historical context: This coin was issued during the British administration of Hong Kong, featuring the Raphael Maklouf effigy of Queen Elizabeth II. This specific design was used shortly before the transition to the Bauhinia flower design in 1993 ahead of the 1997 sovereignty transfer. Strike type: Business strike. Grading: Ungraded, raw. Hong Kong, coin, 1990, 10 cents, numismatics, currency, coin collecting, flip, 232b, KM 55, Queen Elizabeth II, brass, vintage, collectible, currency holder Hong Kong 10 cents, 1990 coin, Queen Elizabeth II coin, Hong Kong currency, vintage coins, numismatics, rare coins, Asian coins, 10 cent coin, collectible coins 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 proces