© Stacks Bowers
© Stacks Bowers
10 Yuan Forbidden City - Garden
1997 year| Gold (.999) | 3.11 g | - |
| Issuer | People's Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1949-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 10 Yuan (10元, 拾圓) 10 CNY = USD 1.42 |
| Currency | Second Rénmínbì (1955-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 3.11 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#163901 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Chinese
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Previously known as y984, y1094Interesting fact
The 1997 Forbidden City - Garden 10 Yuan gold coin from the People's Republic of China has a unique feature - it has a square hole in the center, which is a distinctive aspect of Chinese coinage. This hole is not just for aesthetics but also serves a practical purpose. In traditional Chinese culture, the square shape represents earth, stability, and balance, which aligns with the coin's theme of the Forbidden City, a symbol of Chinese power and prosperity. The square hole also allows the coin to be easily stacked and stored, making it more convenient for collectors and investors. This coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a sought-after collectible for numismatists and gold investors alike.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 11000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Yuan (Forbidden City - Garden) 1997 coin.
