5 Yuan (1990 FIFA World Cup, Italy) 1989 front 5 Yuan (1990 FIFA World Cup, Italy) 1989 back
5 Yuan (1990 FIFA World Cup, Italy) 1989 photo
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5 Yuan 1990 FIFA World Cup, Italy

1989 year
Silver (.925) 27 g -
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1989
Value
5 Yuan (5元, 伍圓) 5 CNY = USD 0.71
Currency
Second Rénmínbì (1955-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
27 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#41614
Rarity index
79%

Reverse

2 soccer players, date upper left, denomination below

Script: Chinese

Comment

Note: Previously identified as Y# 243 .

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 1990 FIFA World Cup, which was held in Italy. The coin features a design depicting a soccer player in action, surrounded by the tournament's logo and the words "1990 FIFA World Cup" in English and Chinese. This coin is a unique collector's item for soccer fans and coin collectors alike, and its silver content and limited mintage make it a valuable and sought-after piece.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1989  30000 - - - - - -

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