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5 Yuan Pig statue
1993 year| Silver (.900) | 15 g | - |
| Issuer | People's Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1949-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1993 |
| Value | 5 Yuan (5元, 伍圓) 5 CNY = USD 0.71 |
| Currency | Second Rénmínbì (1955-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 15 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#61211 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Chinese
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1993 People's Republic of China 5 Yuan silver coin featuring a pig statue is that it was part of a series of coins issued to celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival. The pig is one of the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac, and this coin was issued during the Year of the Pig. The coin's design features a pig statue in the center, surrounded by a traditional Chinese decorative pattern. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and those interested in Chinese culture.
