5 Yuan (Compass; Piedfort) 1992 front 5 Yuan (Compass; Piedfort) 1992 back
5 Yuan (Compass; Piedfort) 1992 photo
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5 Yuan Compass; Piedfort

1992 year
Silver (.999) 44 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1992
Value
5 Yuan (5元, 伍圓) 5 CNY = USD 0.71
Currency
Second Rénmínbì (1955-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
44 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#316196
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Compass

Scripts: Chinese, Latin

Lettering: 5

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1992 5 Yuan (Compass; Piedfort) coin from the People's Republic of China is that it features a unique design that combines traditional Chinese symbols with modern technology. The coin's obverse features a compass with a gnomon, which is a raised element that casts a shadow to indicate direction, surrounded by a circle of small stars. The reverse features a stylized image of a dragon, which is a symbol of good fortune and prosperity in Chinese culture. The use of both traditional and modern elements in the coin's design makes it a fascinating example of Chinese numismatics.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1992  2500 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Yuan (Compass; Piedfort) 1992 coin.