Straits Settlements 10 Cent Silver Coin, 1927, NGC UNC. Details (Cleaned) Goldsilverjapan

 basic information

 Issuing country: Straits Settlements (British Malaya)
 Face value: 10 cents
 Publication year: 1927
 Appraisal institution: NGC (Numismatic Guarantee Company)
 Grade: UNC Details (Cleaned)
 NGC Certification Number: 8202907-091
 Material: Silver (Silver .500)
 Weight: Approx. 2.83g
 Diameter: Approximately 18.0 mm
 Edge: Reeded

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 History and background of publication

 This coin is a 10-cent silver coin issued in 1927 in the British-ruled Straits Settlements.

 The Straits Settlements were British colonies centered around Singapore, Penang, and Malacca, and developed as a hub for Southeast Asian trade. This currency was minted as a small-denomination silver coin for everyday circulation and is one of the representative currencies that supported the regional economy.

 The 1927 date is from a later series issued during the reign of George V, and it remains a popular series of British colonial coins, collected by many collectors.

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 Design Features

 Obverse

 This is a portrait of King George V of Great Britain, facing left.

 In the surrounding area

 "GEORGE V KING AND EMPEROR"

 The inscription bears the title of King of Great Britain and Emperor of India at the time.

 Reverse side

 In the center

 "10"

 The face value is displayed, and around it

 "STRAITS SETTLEMENTS"

 At the bottom

 "TEN CENTS 1927"

 The words are inscribed on it.

 The simple and highly legible design possesses the functional beauty characteristic of British colonial currency.

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 Collection value and market valuation

 1927 is a relatively easy year to find, but high-grade examples remain popular.

 This item has a **UNC Details (Cleaned)** rating. While it is in virtually unused condition, it has been confirmed to have been cleaned in the past, and therefore has not been assigned a standard numerical grade.

 Therefore, while the market price is lower than that of equivalent unused grade (MS), it is popular as a collector's item that allows you to enjoy the beautiful details.

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 Regarding the condition and authenticity of the listed items

 This coin has been authenticated by **NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Company)**.

 * Grade: UNC Details (Cleaned)
 * Authentication number: 8202907-091

 "UNC Details" indicates a near-unused, minimally worn condition, while "Cleaned" means that there are signs of previous cleaning. While there are no issues with authenticity, this treatment means the item does not receive its usual numerical grade.

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 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

 Q. What are UNC Details?
 A. This coin is in near-uncirculated condition, but due to cleaning and other reasons, it has been given a "Details" rating instead of the usual numerical grade.

 Q. Does "Cleaned" mean counterfeit?
 A. No. "Cleaned" indicates that the item has been cleaned or polished in the past, and is not related to its authenticity. It has been authenticated by the NGC.

 Q. Is this coin a silver coin?
 A. Yes. It is a silver coin with a purity of **.500 (50% silver), weighing approximately 2.83g** and with a diameter of approximately 18mm.