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1 Yuan Biathlon
1980 yearBrass (Cu70%+Zn30%) | 12 g | 33 mm |
Issuer | People's Republic of China |
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Period | People's Republic (1949-date) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 1980 |
Value | 1 Yuan (1元, 壹圓) 1 CNY = USD 0.14 |
Currency | Second Rénmínbì (1955-date) |
Composition | Brass (Cu70%+Zn30%) |
Weight | 12 g |
Diameter | 33 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#58436 |
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Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1980 Biathlon 1 Yuan coin from the People's Republic of China is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's passion for winter sports. The coin's obverse features a skier in mid-stride, with the Chinese characters for "Biathlon" and "1 Yuan" inscribed above and below the image, respectively. The reverse of the coin features the national emblem of China, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. The coin's brass composition and 12g weight also make it a unique and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1980 | 29000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Yuan (Biathlon) 1980 coin.