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1 Yuan Soccer; Piedfort
1980 year| Brass (Cu70%+Zn30%) | 23.8 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | People's Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1949-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1980 |
| Value | 1 Yuan (1元, 壹圓) 1 CNY = USD 0.14 |
| Currency | Second Rénmínbì (1955-date) |
| Composition | Brass (Cu70%+Zn30%) |
| Weight | 23.8 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#185450 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Two men playing soccer. lotus flowers behind. Flag of China and Olympic circles to the left.
Script: Chinese
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Yuan (Soccer; Piedfort) 1980 from People's Republic of China is a rare and unique coin that features a soccer ball on one side and the Chinese national emblem on the other. It was minted in 1980 to commemorate the 1980 European Football Championship, which was held in Italy that year. The coin was never officially released into circulation, making it a highly sought-after collector's item among coin enthusiasts and soccer fans.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Yuan (Soccer; Piedfort) 1980 coin.
