500 Yuan (35th Anniversary of Panda Coinage) 2017 front 500 Yuan (35th Anniversary of Panda Coinage) 2017 back
500 Yuan (35th Anniversary of Panda Coinage) 2017 photo
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500 Yuan 35th Anniversary of Panda Coinage

2017 year
Bimetallic: gold (.999) centre in silver (.999) ring (30g gold and 12g silver) 42 g 45 mm
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2017
Value
500 Yuan (500元, 五佰圓) 500 CNY = USD 71
Currency
Second Rénmínbì (1955-date)
Composition
Bimetallic: gold (.999) centre in silver (.999) ring (30g gold and 12g silver)
Weight
42 g
Diameter
45 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#115057
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Panda eating bamboo branches

Scripts: Chinese, Latin

Lettering:
500
30 g Au .999 + 12 g Ag .999

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique bimetallic design, with a gold center surrounded by a silver ring. This design not only adds to the coin's aesthetic appeal but also serves as a symbol of the long-standing tradition of using precious metals in Chinese coinage. The combination of gold and silver also represents the harmony and balance that are deeply rooted in Chinese culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2017  6000 - - - - - -

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