10 Yuan (Minorities - Gesal, King of Tibet) 1997 front 10 Yuan (Minorities - Gesal, King of Tibet) 1997 back
10 Yuan (Minorities - Gesal, King of Tibet) 1997 photo
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10 Yuan Minorities - Gesal, King of Tibet

1997 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
1997
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#163582
Rarity index
95%

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Previously known as y936

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Gesal, who is considered a controversial figure in Tibetan history. While he is revered by some as a great king and military leader, others view him as a brutal ruler who engaged in human sacrifices and oppressed the Tibetan people. This coin, issued by the People's Republic of China, highlights the complex and often contentious history of Tibet and its leaders.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997  28000 - - - - - -

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