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1 Yuan
| Nickel plated steel | 6.1 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | People's Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1949-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1991-1999 |
| Value | 1 Yuan (1元, 壹圓) 1 CNY = USD 0.14 |
| Currency | Second Rénmínbì (1955-date) |
| Composition | Nickel plated steel |
| Weight | 6.1 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#667 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 4% |
Reverse
Peony blossom. Value in Chinese and Pinyin
Lettering:
1元
YI YUAN
Translation:
1 Yuan
1 Yuan
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Yuan coin from the People's Republic of China, which was in circulation from 1991 to 1999, has a unique feature that sets it apart from other coins. The coin's outer layer is made of a nickel-plated steel, which gives it a distinctive silver-colored appearance. This is different from many other coins, which are typically made of a copper-nickel alloy or other metals. The use of nickel-plated steel in this coin's production was a deliberate choice made by the Chinese government to reduce the cost of production and to make the coin more durable. Despite the change in material, the coin still maintains its value and remains a popular collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1992 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1993 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1994 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1995 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1996 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1997 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1998 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1999 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Yuan 1991-1999 coin.
