50 Yuan (Qi Baishi) 1997 front 50 Yuan (Qi Baishi) 1997 back
50 Yuan (Qi Baishi) 1997 photo
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50 Yuan Qi Baishi

1997 year
Silver (.999) 151.26 g 70 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
Silver (.999)
Weight
151.26 g
Diameter
70 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#163674
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Script: Chinese

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1997 Qi Baishi 50 Yuan silver coin from the People's Republic of China features a unique design, with a square hole in the center of the coin, which is surrounded by a traditional Chinese motif of a plum blossom branch. This design element was incorporated to symbolize the coin's denomination, with the square hole representing the number 50. This coin is considered a rare and collectible item among numismatists and is a notable example of innovative coin design.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997  999 - - - - - -

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