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10 Yuan Journey to the West - Ocean Pillar
2003 yearSilver (.999) | 31.1035 g | 40 mm |
Issuer | People's Republic of China |
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Period | People's Republic (1949-date) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2003 |
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 |
Numista | N#164496 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Script: Chinese
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Journey to the West - Ocean Pillar coin is part of a series of coins issued by the People's Republic of China in 2003 to commemorate the classic Chinese novel "Journey to the West." The novel, also known as "Monkey," tells the story of a monk named Tang Sanzang and his three disciples, including the Monkey King, who travel to India to retrieve sacred scriptures. The coin's design features a depiction of the Monkey King standing on a pillar in the ocean, symbolizing his powerful and adventurous spirit. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable collector's item for coin enthusiasts and fans of Chinese culture.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2003 | 38000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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