5 Yuan (Guo Shoujing) 1989 front 5 Yuan (Guo Shoujing) 1989 back
5 Yuan (Guo Shoujing) 1989 photo
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5 Yuan Guo Shoujing

1989 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
1989
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
Thickness
3.0 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#41769
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Guo Shoujing, Scientist, right

Lettering:
郭守敬 1231-1316年
5元

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1989 Guo Shoujing 5 Yuan silver coin from the People's Republic of China is that it features an image of the famous Chinese astronomer and mathematician Guo Shoujing, who lived during the Yuan Dynasty. Guo Shoujing made significant contributions to the field of astronomy, including the development of the "Shoushi" calendar, which was used in China for many centuries. The coin's design honors his legacy and contributions to Chinese history and culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1989  8500 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Yuan (Guo Shoujing) 1989 coin.