Rare 10 Cents 1926 King George V Straits Settlements British Colonial Silver Coin Foreign Mint # A198

Description

Rare silver 10 Cents of the Straits Settlements dated 1926, issued under King George V during the British colonial administration of Malaya and Singapore. The obverse carries the crowned bust of the King with the legend "GEORGE V KING AND EMPEROR OF INDIA", while the reverse shows the large numeral 10 within a beaded circle, surrounded by "STRAITS SETTLEMENTS", "TEN CENTS" and the date.

• Denomination: 10 Cents
• Year: 1926
• Issuing authority: Straits Settlements under King George V
• Metal: silver, 0.600 fine
• Diameter: approximately 19 mm
• Condition: Very Fine, with even wear and some old hairlines in the reverse field
• Mint: Foreign Mint

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Step back to the height of the British Empire with this genuine 1926 Straits Settlements 10 Cents silver coin, struck under the reign of King George V. Featuring the classic crowned effigy of the monarch on one side and a bold denomination framed by beadwork on the other, this piece captures the rich trade history of colonial Malaya and Singapore. Struck in 0.600 fine silver with a compact 19 mm diameter, it is graded in Very Fine condition, displaying honest, even circulation wear and gentle historical hairlines that testify to its age. Numismatists prize Straits Settlements coinage for its distinct regional heritage and dwindling availability in respectable preservation grades. Whether you are expanding a British colonial empire type set, focusing on Southeast Asian numismatics, or simply drawn to historic silver, this tangible artifact of the Roaring Twenties makes a handsome addition to any serious cabinet. Please note that the photos display the exact piece you will receive.