


© China Gold Coin
20 Yuan 100th Anniversary of finding Dun Huang Grottoes
2000 yearSilver (.999) | 62.207 g | - |
Issuer | People's Republic of China |
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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#164095 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Figure in flight right, with tray service
Script: Chinese
Comment
Bar, 55x36mmInteresting fact
The 20 Yuan coin was issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the discovery of the Dunhuang Grottoes, which are a network of Buddhist cave temples located in the Gobi Desert in northwest China. The grottoes are famous for their stunning Buddhist art and sculptures, and are considered one of the most important cultural and historical sites in China. The coin's design features an image of the grottoes, as well as the anniversary dates and the name of the event in Chinese characters.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2000 | 11800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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