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5 Yuan Musical Instrument
1996 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 | 1996 |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#162232 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Chinese
Interesting fact
The 1996 People's Republic of China 5 Yuan (Musical Instrument) coin is a unique piece that features a traditional Chinese musical instrument, the guqin, on its obverse side. The guqin is a seven-stringed zither that has been played in China for over 3,000 years, and it's considered one of the country's most ancient and culturally significant instruments. The coin's reverse side features the national emblem of China, which is a representation of the country's rich cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Yuan (Musical Instrument) 1996 coin.
