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Information on the Chinese Panda Silver Coin Series |
| The Chinese Panda Silver Coin, introduced in 1983 by the People's Republic of China, is crafted from 99.9% pure silver and distinguished by its annual changing design featuring the beloved panda. This design variation ensures each year's release is a coveted addition for collectors and enhances its appeal as a dynamic investment. |
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Coin Name: The Chinese Panda Silver Coin |
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Minted By: People's Republic of China, various mints including Shenzhen, Shanghai, and Shenyang |
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First Released in: 1983 |
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Legal Tender Value: 10 Yuan |
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Sizes Available: 1 Ounce, 30 Grams |
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Annual Mintage: The annual mintage of Chinese Panda Silver Coins varies and is typically adjusted based on market demand. This series is highly collectible due to its changing designs and limited mintage compared to other major bullion coins. |
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Coin Dimensions and Specification: The Chinese Panda Silver Coin is notable for its unique approach to sizing and silver content. Initially, these coins were minted from 90% silver, but from 1987 onwards, they feature 99.9% purity. The weight and dimensions have varied, particularly since 2015 when the mint shifted from ounces to grams. The standard issue is now 30 grams in weight and approximately 40 mm in diameter, with a thickness of around 2.98 mm. |
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Coin Design: Obverse: The obverse consistently features the Hall of Prayer for Abundant Harvests in the Temple of Heaven in Beijing, surrounded by the text "People's Republic of China" in Chinese and the year of issue. Reverse: The reverse design changes annually, which is a distinctive aspect of this coin series. It typically depicts one or several pandas in natural settings, showcasing different artistic renditions of this beloved national symbol each year. |
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Other Coins in the Series: The Panda series also includes gold and, more recently, platinum coins. These maintain the same design philosophy, with annual changes that make each year's issue unique. Collectors often seek to acquire every variant over the years due to these variations. |
