20 Yuan (100th Anniversary of finding Dun Huang Grottoes) 2000 front 20 Yuan (100th Anniversary of finding Dun Huang Grottoes) 2000 back
20 Yuan (100th Anniversary of finding Dun Huang Grottoes) 2000 photo
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20 Yuan 100th Anniversary of finding Dun Huang Grottoes

2000 year
Silver (.999) 62.207 g -
Description
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
References
Numista
N#164281
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Figure in flight left, playing lyre

Script: Chinese

Comment

Bar, 55x36mm

Interesting fact

The 20 Yuan coin commemorating the 100th anniversary of the discovery of the Dun Huang Grottoes in China features a unique design that showcases the ancient Buddhist art found in the grottoes. The coin's obverse features a depiction of a Buddha statue from the grottoes, while the reverse features a intricate pattern of interlocking circles, which is a common motif in Buddhist art. The use of silver in the coin's composition adds to its value and symbolism, as silver is often associated with purity and enlightenment in Buddhist culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2000  11800 - - - - - -

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