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1 Yuan 40th anniversary of the People's Republic
1989 year| Copper-nickel | 9.32 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | People's Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1949-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1989 |
| Value | 1 Yuan (1元, 壹圓) 1 CNY = USD 0.14 |
| Currency | Second Rénmínbì (1955-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 9.32 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#10870 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 33% |
Reverse
Stylized 40 with 5-star emblem, doves, and musical staff with the opening notes of the national anthem's melody
Script: Chinese (simplified)
Lettering:
中华人民共和国成立四十周年
40
1949-1989
Translation: 40th anniversary of the establishment of the People's Republic of China
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1 Yuan coin commemorating the 40th anniversary of the People's Republic of China features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins in the series. The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of Mao Zedong, the founding father of the People's Republic of China, while the reverse side features an image of the Tiananmen Gate, which is a symbol of Beijing and the national emblem of China. This coin was minted in 1989 and was made of copper-nickel, weighing 9.32 grams. It is an interesting collector's item for those interested in numismatics and Chinese history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Yuan (40th anniversary of the People's Republic) 1989 coin.
