© China Gold Coin
© China Gold Coin
20 Yuan 100th Anniversary of finding Dun Huang Grottoes
2000 year| Silver (.999) | 62.207 g | - |
| Issuer | People's Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1949-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2000 |
| Value | 20 Yuan (20元, 贰拾圆) 20 CNY = USD 2.84 |
| Currency | Second Rénmínbì (1955-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 62.207 g |
| Size | 55 × 36 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#163583 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Figure in flight right holding lyre
Script: Chinese
Comment
Bar, 55x36mmInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the discovery of the Dunhuang Grottoes, a network of Buddhist cave temples in China that date back to the 4th century. The coin's design features an image of the grottoes and a portrait of the famous explorer who discovered them, Aurel Stein. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 11800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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