1 Yuan Year of the Dog
2006 year| Brass | 6.75 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | People's Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1949-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 2006 |
| Value | 1 Yuan (1元, 壹圓) 1 CNY = USD 0.14 |
| Currency | Second Rénmínbì (1955-date) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 6.75 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#67550 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 64% |
Reverse
Child sledging and a dog
Script: Chinese (simplified)
Lettering:
禧
丙戌
Translation:
Auspiciousness
Fire dig year
Interesting fact
The Year of the Dog coin was part of a series of commemorative coins issued by the People's Republic of China in 2006 to celebrate the Chinese New Year. The coin features an image of a dog on one side and the Chinese characters for "Year of the Dog" on the other. The coin was made of brass and had a weight of 6.75 grams. It's worth noting that the Year of the Dog is a significant symbol in Chinese culture, representing loyalty, courage, and honesty. The coin's design was meant to reflect these values and serve as a reminder of the importance of these traits in Chinese society.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 10000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Yuan (Year of the Dog) 2006 coin.
