50 Yuan (Panda) 1997 front 50 Yuan (Panda) 1997 back
50 Yuan (Panda) 1997 photo
© China Gold Coin

50 Yuan Panda

1997 year
Gold (.999) 15.55 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1997
Value
50 Yuan (50元, 伍拾圆) 50 CNY = USD 7.10
Currency
Second Rénmínbì (1955-date)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
15.55 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#315592
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Panda on branch

Scripts: Chinese, Latin

Lettering:
1/2OZ Au . 999
50

Interesting fact

The 1997 People's Republic of China 50 Yuan Panda gold coin features a unique design that showcases the iconic giant panda, a symbol of China and an endangered species. The coin's obverse side features the Beijing Temple of Heaven, a UNESCO World Heritage site, while the reverse side features a panda bear holding a bamboo stem, highlighting the country's commitment to conservation efforts. With a limited mintage of 20,000 coins, this .999 gold coin is a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and gold investors.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997  15483 - - - - - -

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