


© PCGS
5 Yuan Silk Road - Fairy above Magao Sanctuary
1996 yearSilver (.900) | 22.22 g | 36 mm |
Issuer | People's Republic of China |
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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 |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#163832 |
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Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Fairy above Magao Sanctuary, denomination upper right
Script: Chinese
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Previously known as y605Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases a fairy hovering above the Magao Sanctuary, which is a famous Buddhist cave temple in China. The design is meant to represent the fusion of Buddhist and Taoist beliefs, and it is said to bring good luck and prosperity to those who possess the coin.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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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 (Silk Road - Fairy above Magao Sanctuary) 1996 coin.