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5 Yuan Lin Zexu
1991 yearSilver (.900) | 22.22 g | - |
Issuer | People's Republic of China |
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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 |
Numista | N#59339 |
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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 |
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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.