1 Yuan (Biathlon) 1980 front 1 Yuan (Biathlon) 1980 back
1 Yuan (Biathlon) 1980 photo
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1 Yuan Biathlon

1980 year
Brass (Cu70%+Zn30%) 12 g 33 mm
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
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
References
Numista
N#58436
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
1980  29000 - - - - - -

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