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  • 10 Cents 1985-1992, KM# 55, Hong Kong, Elizabeth II
  • 10 Cents 1985-1992, KM# 55, Hong Kong, Elizabeth II
Obverse

Third crowned portrait of HM Queen Elizabeth II facing right, wearing the George IV State Diadem.

The George IV State Diadem, officially the Diamond Diadem, is a type of crown that was made in 1820 for King George IV. The diadem is worn by queens and queens consort in procession to coronations and State Openings of Parliament. The piece of jewellery has been featured in paintings and on stamps and currency. It can be seen in the Queen's Gallery at Buckingham Palace.

Engraver: Raphael David Maklouf

QUEEN ELIZABETH THE SECOND

Reverse

Denomination and date.

HONG 香 KONG
毫 10 一
1990
TEN 港 CENTS

Edge

10 Cents

3rd portrait
KM# 55 Schön# 41
Characteristics
Material Nickel Brass
Weight 1.85 g
Diameter 17.55 mm
Thickness 1.09 mm
Shape round
Alignment Medal

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