500 Yuan (Year of the Dragon) 2000 front 500 Yuan (Year of the Dragon) 2000 back
500 Yuan (Year of the Dragon) 2000 photo
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500 Yuan Year of the Dragon

2000 year
Gold (.999) 155.52 g -
Description
Issuer
People's Republic of China
Period
People's Republic (1949-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2000
Value
500 Yuan (500元, 五佰圓) 500 CNY = USD 71
Currency
Second Rénmínbì (1955-date)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
155.52 g
Size
80 mm
Shape
Rectangular
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#29757
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Two dragons, value below.

Lettering: 500

Interesting fact

The 500 Yuan (Year of the Dragon) 2000 coin from the People's Republic of China is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only 20,000 minted. It's made of 99.9% gold and weighs 155.52 grams, making it a significant piece for any coin collector or investor.