5 Yuan (Lin Zexu) 1991 front 5 Yuan (Lin Zexu) 1991 back
5 Yuan (Lin Zexu) 1991 photo
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5 Yuan Lin Zexu

1991 year
Silver (.900) 22.22 g -
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1991
Value
5 Yuan (5元, 伍圓) 5 CNY = USD 0.71
Currency
Second Rénmínbì (1955-date)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Weight
22.22 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#59339
Rarity index
86%

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1991 Lin Zexu 5 Yuan silver coin is that it features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins in the series. The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Lin Zexu, a prominent Chinese official and scholar who played a significant role in the Opium Wars, while the reverse features an image of a traditional Chinese junk boat, symbolizing China's rich maritime history and culture. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of Chinese history and culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1991  25000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Yuan (Lin Zexu) 1991 coin.