(t) HONG KONG (SAR). 10 Cents, 1897-H. Birmingham (Heaton) Mint. Victoria.

(t) HONG KONG (SAR). 10 Cents, 1897-H. Birmingham (Heaton) Mint. Victoria. PCGS SPECIMEN-66. KM-6.3; Mars-C18; Prid-93. A RARE Specimen striking of this date-mint combination, and the first we can recall offering as such. Essentially free of flaws and clearly struck from freshly polished dies, the field blanketed in glowing watery luster and the devices lightly frosted by contrast, creating an attractive cameo effect. A winning combination of scarcity and eye appeal that is sure to excite connoisseurs of Hong Kong coinage. Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000. Click here for certification details from PCGS. Image with the PCGS TrueView logo is obtained from and is subject to a license agreement with Collectors Universe, Inc. and its divisions PCGS and PSA. 1897-H年香港一毫銀幣。喜敦造幣廠。 此年份與鑄廠組合之罕見樣幣打鑄，亦是我們首次呈獻如此版別。幾近無瑕，明顯出自拋光新模，底板光澤如水瀲灩，圖文輕霜對比，成就迷人的浮雕效果。珍稀性與視覺魅力兼具，必定令香港錢幣鑑賞家心動不已。 (t) This lot was manufactured in China (including Hong Kong), Russia or Republic of Belarus and was sourced from outside the United States for this auction after tariffs were enacted by the United States. Accordingly, as of February 27, 2026, any client who wishes to take delivery of this item within the United States will be subject to a 7.5% import tariff for China manufactured items, and a 35% import tariff for Russia or Belarus manufactured items. In addition a processing fee of 0.3464% (minimum $33.58 / maximum $651.50) will apply. Please note, this is not, and is not intended to be, a complete description of the applicable import tariffs and buyer remains fully liable for and agrees to promptly pay all tariffs and fees relating to the import of these items into the United States and neither the auctioneer nor any consignor will have any responsibility to pay any applicable tariffs or fees. Please consult your tax adviser with any questions. Furthermore, any lots subject to an import tariff will be shipped directly from our Hong Kong offices and shipments to the United States will be subject to our international shipping chart.

Estimate:£1,361.76

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