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500 Yuan Unicorn
1996 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 | 1996 |
| 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 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#30011 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Western unicorn on hind legs, surrounded by roses
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering: 500
Interesting fact
The 1996 Unicorn coin from the People's Republic of China is a unique and rare coin that features a unicorn on its obverse side, which is a mythical creature that symbolizes good luck and prosperity in Chinese culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 112 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Yuan (Unicorn) 1996 coin.
