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10 Yuan Thomas Alva Edison
1990 year| Silver (.925) | 27 g | 38.7 mm |
| Issuer | People's Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1949-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1990 |
| Value | 10 Yuan (10元, 拾圓) 10 CNY = USD 1.42 |
| Currency | Second Rénmínbì (1955-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 38.7 mm |
| Thickness | 2.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#143217 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Thomas Alva Edison
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Thomas Alva Edison 10 Yuan coin from the People's Republic of China, minted in 1990, features an image of Edison on the obverse (front side) and a light bulb on the reverse (back side). This design was chosen to commemorate Edison's invention of the incandescent light bulb, which revolutionized the world by making electric lighting a practical and affordable reality for the masses.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Yuan (Thomas Alva Edison) 1990 coin.
