50 Yuan (Mathematical Definition of Zero) 1993 front 50 Yuan (Mathematical Definition of Zero) 1993 back
50 Yuan (Mathematical Definition of Zero) 1993 photo
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50 Yuan Mathematical Definition of Zero

1993 year
Silver (.999) 155.55 g 70 mm
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1993
Value
50 Yuan (50元, 伍拾圆) 50 CNY = USD 7.10
Currency
Second Rénmínbì (1955-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
155.55 g
Diameter
70 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#316126
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Discovery of mathematical zero

Lettering: 50

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 50 Yuan (Mathematical Definition of Zero) 1993 from People's Republic of China is that it features a unique design that showcases the mathematical symbol for zero, which is a circle with a diagonal line through it. This design was chosen to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the birth of the Chinese mathematician Li Shou-chang, who made significant contributions to the field of mathematics, including the development of the concept of zero. The coin's design serves as a tribute to Li Shou-chang's work and highlights the importance of mathematics in Chinese culture and history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1993  3000 - - - - - -

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