5 Yuan (Hu Bi Lie) 1989 front 5 Yuan (Hu Bi Lie) 1989 back
5 Yuan (Hu Bi Lie) 1989 photo
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5 Yuan Hu Bi Lie

1989 year
Silver (.900) 22.22 g 36.0 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
36.0 mm
Thickness
3.0 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#42153
Rarity index
75%

Reverse

Kublai Khan, Emperor

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 5 Yuan (Hu Bi Lie) 1989 non-circulating coin from the People's Republic of China is interesting because it features a unique design that represents the ancient Chinese mythological creature, the Hu Bi, which is a combination of a tiger and a dragon. This coin is also made of silver (.900) and weighs 22.22 grams, making it a valuable collector's item for coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1989  10000 - - - - - -

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