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100 Patacas Return to China
1999 year| Silver (.925) | 31.1035 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Macau (China) |
|---|---|
| Period | Special Territory (1976-1999) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1999 |
| Value | 100 Patacas 100 MOP = USD 12 |
| Currency | Pataca (1894-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 31.1035 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#19760 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
A Portuguese ship and a Chinese barque, portraying Macau as a city where the cultures of the East and the West become one. The oval-shaped 24-karat gold-plated cameo depicts the historical building of Macau, Ma Gao Temple (Pagoda de Barra).
Lettering: 1 9 9 9
Edge
Segmented reeding
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the return of Macau to China from Portuguese rule in 1999. The coin's design features an image of the Ruins of St. Paul's, a historic landmark in Macau, and the words "Return to China" in Chinese characters. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and those interested in the history of Macau.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 38888 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Patacas (Return to China) 1999 coin.
