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500 Yuan Return of Macau to China
1999 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 | 1999 |
| 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#98379 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Views of Macau, lettering inside circle, value at right.
Lettering:
In Commemoration of the Founding of
the Macau Special Administrative Region of
the People's Republic of China
Comemcrçáo da Fundação
da
Região Administrativa Especial de Macau
da
R. P. China
Interesting fact
The 1999 Return of Macau to China 500 Yuan gold coin features a unique design that showcases the transition of Macau from a Portuguese colony to a Special Administrative Region of China. The obverse side of the coin depicts the ruins of St. Paul's, a historic landmark in Macau, while the reverse side features the Chinese national emblem and the words "People's Republic of China" in Chinese characters. This coin is not only a symbol of the country's rich history but also a testament to the country's commitment to preserving its cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 228 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Yuan (Return of Macau to China) 1999 coin.
