10 Yuan (Journey to the West - Ocean Pillar) 2003 front 10 Yuan (Journey to the West - Ocean Pillar) 2003 back
10 Yuan (Journey to the West - Ocean Pillar) 2003 photo
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10 Yuan Journey to the West - Ocean Pillar

2003 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
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
References
Numista
N#164496
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
2003  38000 - - - - - -

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