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5 Yuan Zhang Heng
1986 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 | 1986 |
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#58506 |
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Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Zhang Heng, an astronomer, facing left, denomination lower right
Script: Chinese
Lettering: 5元
Translation: 5 Yuan
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1986 Zhang Heng 5 Yuan silver coin from the People's Republic of China is that it features an image of Zhang Heng, a famous Chinese scientist and inventor who lived during the Han Dynasty (206 BCE - 220 CE). Zhang Heng is best known for his invention of the first seismograph, which could detect the direction and distance of earthquakes. The coin's design honors his contributions to science and technology.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1986 | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Yuan (Zhang Heng) 1986 coin.