10 Yuan (600th Anniversary of Zheng He's Voyage) 2005 front 10 Yuan (600th Anniversary of Zheng He's Voyage) 2005 back
10 Yuan (600th Anniversary of Zheng He's Voyage) 2005 photo
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10 Yuan 600th Anniversary of Zheng He's Voyage

2005 year
Silver (.999) 31.1035 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2005
Value
10 Yuan (10元, 拾圓) 10 CNY = USD 1.42
Currency
Second Rénmínbì (1955-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
31.1035 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#163629
Rarity index
97%

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Previously known as y1239

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it commemorates the 600th anniversary of Zheng He's voyage, who was a Chinese mariner and explorer during the Ming dynasty. He is best known for his voyages to Southeast Asia, India, the Middle East, and East Africa, which helped to establish China's presence in the region and promote cultural exchange. The coin's design features an image of Zheng He's ship, the "Treasure Fleet," which was used during his voyages.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2005  60000 - - - - - -

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