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Farewell Coin Sets 1997
The farewell set consists of seven coins, in the same denominations as the previous circulation issues, except for the special commemorative designs on their reverse. The obverse of each bears the traditional Bauhinia flower design with the words "Hong Kong" in English and Chinese. The reverse shows the value or denomination in Arabic numerals, Chinese and English words. The specification of the coins, and their reverse designs are as follows:-
Specifications
| Denom | Diam | Design |
| $10 | 24.00 | A suspension bridge symbolising transition. |
| $5 | 27.00 | A rounded version of the character Shou meaning longevity, surrounded by five bats, the harbingers of the Five Blessings or Five Happinesses namely long life, wealth, health, love of virtue, and death coming only after achieving one's destiny. |
| $2 | 28.00 | The He He brothers, the Harmonious pair, born of different fathers, who after much discord lasting seven generations, concluded that co-operation was more profitable and conducive to happiness and so they symbolize agreement and harmony. |
| $1 | 25.50 | The Unicorn, the Qi Lin, a fabulous creature of good omen and the symbol of the illustrious offspring of virtuous rulers and wise administrators. |
| 50¢ | 22.50 | 1997 the year of the Ox, a sacred and powerful animal which signifies the coming of Spring and a new beginning. |
| 20¢ | 19.00 | Two butterfly kites, with their tails knotted together, the butterfly being the symbol of joy and conjugal felicity. |
| 10¢ | 17.50 | A traditional Chinese sailing junk with a high poop, overhanging stern and three masts, sailing on a calm sea with a following wind. |
Notes on Table
Denom = Denomination or Face Value
Diam = Diameter in millimetres
Sets Available
| Year | Description | Qty | Avail | Price £ | Price $ |
| 1997 | Uncirculated Set in Folder | 7 | Yes | £13 | $21 |
| 1997 | Proof Set | 7 | Yes | £25 | $41 |
Notes on Table
Qty = Number of coins in set
Avail = Availability
Hong Kong Gold Coins
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