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5 Yuan Lao Zi
1985 year| Silver (.900) | 22.22 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | People's Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1949-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1985 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#58497 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Script: Chinese
Interesting fact
The 1985 Lao Zi 5 Yuan silver coin features an image of Lao Zi, a prominent Chinese philosopher and the founder of Taoism, on its obverse side. The reverse side of the coin features a stylized image of a phoenix, which is a symbol of good fortune and prosperity in Chinese culture. The coin's design was created by the famous Chinese artist and calligrapher, Xu Shiying.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Yuan (Lao Zi) 1985 coin.
