1 Yuan (Wrestling; Piedfort) 1980 front 1 Yuan (Wrestling; Piedfort) 1980 back
1 Yuan (Wrestling; Piedfort) 1980 photo
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1 Yuan Wrestling; Piedfort

1980 year
Brass (Cu70%+Zn30%) 17.6 g 28 mm
Description
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
17.6 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#185456
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Script: Chinese

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Yuan (Wrestling; Piedfort) 1980 from People's Republic of China is that it features a unique design of two wrestlers in a dramatic pose, surrounded by a stylized border with the denomination "1 Yuan" in Chinese characters. The coin's design was created by the renowned Chinese artist and designer, Xu Jiaojun, who was known for his work in coin design and won several awards for his designs. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, especially in mint condition.

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 (Wrestling; Piedfort) 1980 coin.