5 Yuan (Panda) 1988 front 5 Yuan (Panda) 1988 back
5 Yuan (Panda) 1988 photo
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5 Yuan Panda

1988 year
Gold (.999) 1.5552 g 13.92 mm
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1988
Value
5 Yuan (5元, 伍圓) 5 CNY = USD 0.71
Currency
Second Rénmínbì (1955-date)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
1.5552 g
Diameter
13.92 mm
Thickness
0.83 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#58516
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

A panda holding a plant with the denomination below

Scripts: Chinese, Latin

Interesting fact

The 1988 Gold Panda coin has a unique feature - it has a frosted proof finish, which gives it a distinctive look that sets it apart from other coins. This finish was achieved through a special minting process that involved applying a chemical treatment to the dies to create a textured, frosted effect on the coin's surface. This process was only used for a limited time and has since been discontinued, making the 1988 Gold Panda coin a rare and sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1988  482400 - - - - - -
1988 P 8000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Yuan (Panda) 1988 coin.