5 Yuan (Chen Sheng and Wu Guang) 1985 front 5 Yuan (Chen Sheng and Wu Guang) 1985 back
5 Yuan (Chen Sheng and Wu Guang) 1985 photo
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5 Yuan Chen Sheng and Wu Guang

1985 year
Silver (.900) 22.22 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1985
Value
5 Yuan (5元, 伍圓) 5 CNY = USD 0.71
Currency
Second Rénmínbì (1955-date)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
22.22 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#58499
Rarity index
81%

Reverse

Script: Chinese

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing the portraits of Chen Sheng and Wu Guang, two prominent figures in Chinese history, on opposite sides of the coin. This design was created to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Chinese legend "Chen Sheng and Wu Guang" and highlights the cultural significance of this story in Chinese history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1985  30000 - - - - - -

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