Straits Settlements 10 Cents 1926 – George V | KM 29b | Uncirculated | Scarce
Straits Settlements 10 Cents 1926, issued during the reign of King George V, is a silver colonial coin from the British Straits Settlements, which comprised important trading centres such as Singapore, Penang and Malacca. This 10 Cents denomination is struck in 0.600 fineness silver, weighs approximately 2.70–2.71 grams, and has an 18 mm diameter. The obverse features the crowned left-facing bust of George V, while the reverse carries the denomination “10 CENTS” within a beaded circle. Catalogued as KM#29b, the 1926 issue is a popular collectible among British Commonwealth, Southeast Asian and colonial coin collectors. The coin is described as Uncirculated and Scarce, making a well-preserved example particularly desirable.
Specifications
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | Straits Settlements |
| Denomination | 10 Cents |
| Year | 1926 |
| Ruler | George V |
| Metal | Silver |
| Fineness | 0.600 (60% Silver) |
| Weight | 2.70 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Reference | KM#29b |
| Condition | Uncirculated |
| Rarity | Scarce |
| Mintage | 20,000,000 |
The 1926 KM#29b type is confirmed as a 60% silver, 2.71g issue, with a mintage of 20 million pieces.