10 Yuan (Tibet Autonomous Region) 1985 front 10 Yuan (Tibet Autonomous Region) 1985 back
10 Yuan (Tibet Autonomous Region) 1985 photo
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10 Yuan Tibet Autonomous Region

1985 year
Silver (.900) 34.56 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1985
Value
10 Yuan (10元, 拾圓) 10 CNY = USD 1.42
Currency
Second Rénmínbì (1955-date)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
34.56 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#159453
Rarity index
97%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Potala Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the former residence of the Dalai Lama, on its obverse side. The reverse side of the coin features the national emblem of China. This coin was minted to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the founding of the Tibet Autonomous Region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1985  3000 - - - - - -

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