5 Yuan (The General Pavillon) 2005 front 5 Yuan (The General Pavillon) 2005 back
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5 Yuan The General Pavillon

2005 year
Brass 12.8 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
2005
Value
5 Yuan (5元, 伍圓) 5 CNY = USD 0.71
Currency
Second Rénmínbì (1955-date)
Composition
Brass
Weight
12.8 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#13894
Rarity index
43%

Reverse

Tower and terraceAutomatically translated

Script: Chinese

Interesting fact

The 5 Yuan circulating commemorative coin from the People's Republic of China, also known as the "General Pavilion" coin, was designed by the famous Chinese artist, Wu Zhiwei. Wu Zhiwei is known for his work in sculpture and coin design, and his designs are often inspired by traditional Chinese culture and history. In this coin, he depicted the General Pavilion, a famous building in the Forbidden City, which was the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties. The coin's design is meant to symbolize the rich history and cultural heritage of China.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2005  - - - - - -

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