10 Yuan (Panda) 1996 front 10 Yuan (Panda) 1996 back
10 Yuan (Panda) 1996 photo
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10 Yuan Panda

1996 year
Silver (.999) 31.23 g 39.8 mm
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1996
Value
10 Yuan (10元, 拾圓) 10 CNY = USD 1.42
Currency
Second Rénmínbì (1955-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
31.23 g
Diameter
39.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#163855
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Scripts: Chinese, Latin

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Previously known as y1096

Interesting fact

The 1996 People's Republic of China 10 Yuan Panda silver coin features a unique design that showcases the iconic giant panda, a symbol of China and an endangered species. The coin's obverse side features the Beijing Temple of Heaven, a UNESCO World Heritage site, while the reverse side features a panda bear holding a bamboo stem, highlighting the country's commitment to conservation efforts. With a limited mintage of 20,000 coins, this .999 silver coin is a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and panda enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996  8000 - - - - - -

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