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5 Yuan Panda
1997 year| Silver (.999) | 15.55 g | 32.5 mm |
| 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 | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 15.55 g |
| Diameter | 32.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#86655 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Panda crossing stream and denomination at lower left
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
.999 Ag 1/2 Oz
5 元
Translation:
.999 Ag 1/2 Oz
5 Yuan
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Large and small date varieties existInteresting fact
The 1997 5 Yuan Panda coin from the People's Republic of China is unique in that it features a rare misprint. The coin's obverse side, which typically features the portrait of Mao Zedong, was accidentally printed with the image of a panda instead. This error has made the coin highly sought after by collectors, and it is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
