Description

UNC Hong Kong 1 Cent Banknote ND (1971–1981) – Queen Elizabeth II – Pick P-325b

Own one of the world’s smallest circulating banknotes with this Hong Kong 1 Cent banknote issued by the Government of Hong Kong during the 1971–1981 signature period. Presented in Uncirculated (UNC) condition, this charming little note is a favourite among collectors of British Commonwealth and world paper money.

Featuring a youthful portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, the note was issued during the tenure of Financial Secretary Sir Philip Haddon-Cave, making it the Pick P-325b variety. Measuring just 89 × 41 mm, it is renowned as one of the smallest banknotes ever produced for general circulation. The reverse is completely blank, giving the note its distinctive one-sided appearance.

Features

• Country: Hong Kong
• Denomination: 1 Cent
• Date: ND (1971–1981)
• Catalogue Number: Pick P-325b
• Condition: UNC (Uncirculated)
• Issuer: Government of Hong Kong
• Signature: Sir Philip Haddon-Cave
• Size: Approximately 89 × 41 mm
• Material: Cotton paper
• Obverse: Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II with bilingual English and Chinese inscriptions
• Reverse: Blank (uniface design)

Condition

This banknote is in Uncirculated (UNC) condition, retaining crisp original paper, sharp corners and bright colour with no folds, tears, stains, pinholes or writing. An excellent collector-grade example.

A Unique Commonwealth Collectable

The Hong Kong 1 Cent note has an interesting history. First introduced during the Second World War due to a shortage of coins, the design continued in various forms until 1995. The 1971–1981 issue is particularly popular with collectors thanks to its portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, compact size, and unusual single-sided design.

Ideal for collectors of:

• Hong Kong banknotes
• Queen Elizabeth II memorabilia
• British Commonwealth currency
• World banknotes
• Small and unusual paper money
• Asian numismatics

Whether you’re building a world paper money collection or looking for one of the smallest circulating banknotes ever issued, this Hong Kong 1 Cent (1971–1981) UNC note is an affordable and fascinating addition.

Stock photo used where multiple notes are available. Serial numbers and signature positions may vary, but all notes supplied are genuine Uncirculated (UNC) examples.