5 Yuan (Panda) 1997 front 5 Yuan (Panda) 1997 back
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5 Yuan Panda

1997 year
Gold (.999) 1.56 g 13.92 mm
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1997
Value
5 Yuan (5元, 伍圓) 5 CNY = USD 0.71
Currency
Second Rénmínbì (1955-date)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
1.56 g
Diameter
13.92 mm
Thickness
0.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#114089
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Panda standing on tree branch.

Scripts: Chinese, Latin

Lettering:
1/20oz AU.999
5元

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Large and small date varieties exist
Previously Y#716

Interesting fact

The 1997 5 Yuan Panda gold coin from the People's Republic of China has a unique feature - it has a frosted relief, which gives the coin a distinctive look and feel. The frosted relief is achieved through a special minting process that creates a textured, matte finish on the coin's surface. This process adds depth and dimension to the coin's design, making it stand out from other coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997  54853 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Yuan (Panda) 1997 coin.