300 Yuan (Panda) 2005 front 300 Yuan (Panda) 2005 back
300 Yuan (Panda) 2005 photo
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300 Yuan Panda

2005 year
Silver (.999) 1000 g 100 mm
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2005
Value
300 Yuan (300元) 300 CNY = USD 43
Currency
Second Rénmínbì (1955-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
1000 g
Diameter
100 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#30031
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Panda cub and mother seated in bamboo

Scripts: Chinese, Latin

Lettering: 300

Interesting fact

The 2005 300 Yuan Panda coin from the People's Republic of China is made of .999 silver and weighs 1000 grams, making it one of the largest and heaviest coins in the world. Its diameter is 100 mm, and its thickness is 12 mm, which is significantly larger than most coins. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, and its unique size and weight make it stand out among other coins.