1 Yuan 1980-1986 front 1 Yuan 1980-1986 back
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1 Yuan

 
Copper-nickel (81% Copper, 19% Nickel) 9.3 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1980-1986
Value
1 Yuan (1元, 壹圓) 1 CNY = USD 0.14
Currency
Second Rénmínbì (1955-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel (81% Copper, 19% Nickel)
Weight
9.3 g
Diameter
30 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#6818
Rarity index
19%

Reverse

Great Wall of China

Script: Chinese

Lettering: 壹 圓

Translation: One Yuan

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1 Yuan coin from the People's Republic of China, minted between 1980 and 1986, has an interesting feature. It has a unique rim design that includes 100 small stars surrounding the coin's outer edge. This distinctive feature makes it easily recognizable and sets it apart from other coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1980  - - - - - -
1981  - - - - - -
1983  3100000 - - - - - -
1984  4100000 - - - - - -
1985  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Yuan 1980-1986 coin.