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5 Yuan Sailing Ship
1996 year| Silver (.900) | 22.22 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | People's Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1949-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 5 Yuan (5元, 伍圓) 5 CNY = USD 0.71 |
| Currency | Second Rénmínbì (1955-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 22.22 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#162233 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Script: Chinese
Interesting fact
The 5 Yuan (Sailing Ship) 1996 non-circulating coin from the People's Republic of China is made of .900 silver and weighs 22.22 grams, which is unusual for a coin of its denomination. Most coins of this value are made of a copper-nickel alloy or a combination of copper, nickel, and zinc. The use of silver in this coin makes it stand out and adds to its collectibility.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 15000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Yuan (Sailing Ship) 1996 coin.
