10 Yuan (Two Penguins) 1997 front 10 Yuan (Two Penguins) 1997 back
10 Yuan (Two Penguins) 1997 photo
© China Gold Coin

10 Yuan Two Penguins

1997 year
Silver (.900) 20.7333 g 36 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 (.900)
Weight
20.7333 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Dodecagonal (12-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#164436
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Chinese

Comment

Previously known as y1079

Interesting fact

The 1997 10 Yuan (Two Penguins) coin from the People's Republic of China is unique in that it features two penguins on its obverse side, which is a departure from the traditional designs featuring Chinese symbols or landmarks. This coin was also part of a series of coins issued to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997  8800 - - - - - -

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