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5 Yuan Hurdling
1988 year| Silver (.900) | 30.0 g | 38.6 mm |
| Issuer | People's Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1949-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1988 |
| Value | 5 Yuan (5元, 伍圓) 5 CNY = USD 0.71 |
| Currency | Second Rénmínbì (1955-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 30.0 g |
| Diameter | 38.6 mm |
| Thickness | 3.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#58786 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Script: Chinese
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1988 People's Republic of China 5 Yuan (Hurdling) silver coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich sports heritage. The coin's obverse features a hurdler in mid-stride, with the background of the coin featuring the Beijing Olympic Stadium, which was built for the 1984 Summer Olympics. This design was chosen to commemorate the country's passion for sports and its commitment to promoting athletic excellence. The coin's reverse features the national emblem of China, along with the coin's denomination and mint year. Overall, this coin is not only a beautiful collector's item but also a symbol of China's rich sports history and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Yuan (Hurdling) 1988 coin.
