Overview

Issued in 1994 prior to the 1997 handover of Hong Kong, this distinctive 12-notched (scalloped) 20 Cents coin showcases the Bauhinia (Bauhinia blakeana) blossom, the official floral emblem of Hong Kong.

Key Features & Details:

• Country: Hong Kong
• Denomination: 20 Cents
• Year: 1994
• Material: Brass-plated steel
• Condition: Circulated / Pre-owned – A genuinely circulated coin that has seen use. The 12-scalloped shape, the central Bauhinia floral design, the numerals “20”, the Chinese characters and the date “1994” all remain clear and legible, with natural surface wear, handling marks and toning consistent with circulation.
• Obverse (Front): Stylised Bauhinia flower in full bloom at centre, flanked by Chinese characters for Hong Kong above and the English inscription “HONG KONG” along the lower curve.
• Reverse (Back): Large denomination numeral “20” at centre with Chinese characters above, “TWENTY CENTS” along the bottom curve, and issue year “1994” below the numeral.

Collector Value:

A favourite among world coin collectors due to its unique scalloped shape and iconic floral representation of Hong Kong’s transition era.