5 Yuan (Zu Chong Zhi) 1986 front 5 Yuan (Zu Chong Zhi) 1986 back
5 Yuan (Zu Chong Zhi) 1986 photo
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5 Yuan Zu Chong Zhi

1986 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
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
References
Numista
N#58508
Rarity index
77%

Reverse

Script: Chinese

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1986 People's Republic of China 5 Yuan Zu Chong Zhi silver coin is that it features an image of the famous ancient Chinese astronomer, Zu Chongzhi, who lived during the Tang Dynasty. Zu Chongzhi was known for his contributions to astronomy, particularly in the field of trigonometry, and this coin was issued to commemorate his achievements. The coin's design includes a portrait of Zu Chongzhi on one side and an image of the Beijing Observatory, where he worked, on the other. This coin is a unique tribute to an important figure in Chinese history and a symbol of the country's rich scientific heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1986  30000 - - - - - -

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