10 Yuan Unicorn
1997 year| Silver (.999) | 31.1 g | 40 mm |
| 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 | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 3.42 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#19718 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
American Unicorn
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
UNICORN
10 元
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1997 Unicorn 10 Yuan coin from the People's Republic of China is unique in that it features a unicorn on the obverse side, which is a mythical creature that is not commonly associated with Chinese culture or history. This design choice was likely made to appeal to collectors and numismatists who are interested in unique and unusual coins. Additionally, the coin's high silver content and limited mintage make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 8000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Yuan (Unicorn) 1997 coin.
