5 Yuan (Silk Spinning) 1995 front 5 Yuan (Silk Spinning) 1995 back
5 Yuan (Silk Spinning) 1995 photo
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5 Yuan Silk Spinning

1995 year
Silver (.900) 22.22 g 36 mm
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1995
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
References
Numista
N#61252
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Script: Chinese

Interesting fact

The 1995 5 Yuan (Silk Spinning) coin from the People's Republic of China is part of a series of coins issued to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. The coin features a design of a silk spinning wheel on the obverse, which symbolizes the country's rich history and cultural heritage. The reverse of the coin features the national emblem of China, which is surrounded by the words "People's Republic of China" in Chinese characters. The coin was minted in a limited quantity of 20,000 pieces, making it a rare and valuable collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1995  15000 - - - - - -

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