5 Yuan (Peking Opera) 1997 front 5 Yuan (Peking Opera) 1997 back
5 Yuan (Peking Opera) 1997 photo
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5 Yuan Peking Opera

1997 year
Silver (.900) 22 g 36 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
Silver (.900)
Weight
22 g
Diameter
36 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#150967
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Man with flag, denomination lower left.

Script: Chinese

Lettering: 5元

Translation: 5 Yuan

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Prev. Y#1186.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1997 Peking Opera 5 Yuan silver coin from the People's Republic of China is that it features a unique design that showcases a scene from the classic Peking Opera play, "The Legend of the White Snake." This coin is a beautiful representation of Chinese culture and history, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997 y 35000 - - - - - -

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