5 Yuan (Hong Kong International Coin Fair) 1997 front 5 Yuan (Hong Kong International Coin Fair) 1997 back
5 Yuan (Hong Kong International Coin Fair) 1997 photo
© Reinhard Fischer Auktionen

5 Yuan Hong Kong International Coin Fair

1997 year
Silver (.999) 15.5517 g 33 mm
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1997
Value
5 Yuan (5元, 伍圓) 5 CNY = USD 0.71
Currency
Second Rénmínbì (1955-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
15.5517 g
Diameter
33 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#163877
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Scripts: Chinese, Latin

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Previously known as y893

Interesting fact

The 5 Yuan (Hong Kong International Coin Fair) 1997 coin from the People's Republic of China is unique in that it features a rare combination of a traditional Chinese dragon and a modern skyscraper on its design, symbolizing the blending of old and new cultures.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997  30000 - - - - - -

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