50 Yuan (Panda) 1988 front 50 Yuan (Panda) 1988 back
50 Yuan (Panda) 1988 photo
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50 Yuan Panda

1988 year
Gold (.999) 15.55 g 27.0 mm
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1988
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
27.0 mm
Thickness
1.85 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#58519
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Scripts: Chinese, Latin

Interesting fact

The 1988 Gold Panda coin has a unique feature - it has a frosted proof finish, which gives it a distinctive look that sets it apart from other coins. This finish was achieved through a special minting process that involves applying a chemical treatment to the dies to create a textured, frosted effect on the coin's surface. This process was first introduced by the People's Bank of China in 1984, and it has become a defining characteristic of the Gold Panda series.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1988  220443 - - - - - -
1988 P 8000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Yuan (Panda) 1988 coin.