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10 Yuan Fencing
1993 year| Silver (.900) | 30 g | 38.7 mm |
| Issuer | People's Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1949-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1993 |
| Value | 10 Yuan (10元, 拾圓) 10 CNY = USD 1.42 |
| Currency | Second Rénmínbì (1955-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 30 g |
| Diameter | 38.7 mm |
| Thickness | 3.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#61220 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Script: Chinese
Lettering: 国际奥林匹克运动会一百周年
Translation: Centenary of the International Olympic Games
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1993 People's Republic of China 10 Yuan (Fencing) silver coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich fencing history and culture. The obverse of the coin depicts two fencers in mid-bout, with their swords clashed together, while the reverse features the iconic Beijing Olympic logo, commemorating the 2008 Summer Olympics held in Beijing, China. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, not only for its silver content and unique design but also for its cultural and historical significance.
