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500 Yuan Marco Polo
1993 year| Gold (.999) | 155.52 g | 60 mm |
| Issuer | People's Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1949-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1993 |
| Value | 500 Yuan (500元, 五佰圓) 500 CNY = USD 71 |
| Currency | Second Rénmínbì (1955-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 155.52 g |
| Diameter | 60 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#22756 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
马可·波罗 ＭＡＲＣＯ ＰＯＬＯ １２５４－１３２４
５００元
Interesting fact
The Marco Polo 500 Yuan coin from the People's Republic of China, made of gold (.999) and weighing 155.52g, is a non-circulating coin that was minted in 1993. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Marco Polo, an Italian explorer who traveled extensively throughout Asia in the 13th century, on one side, and the national emblem of China on the other. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 99 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Yuan (Marco Polo) 1993 coin.
