Gold bullion coins issued by the Chinese Mint are true masterpieces, combining the highest quality precious metals with artistic craftsmanship. These unique coins are extremely popular among investors and collectors thanks to their limited mintage and annually changing designs.
Design of the Chinese Panda Coin
The Chinese Panda coin is a real gem in the world of numismatics and investment. The design changes every year, attracting the attention of collectors and jewelry enthusiasts. However, it is worth mentioning that in 2002, after the issuance of coins with the same design as in 2001, there was a wave of discontent among collectors, which prompted the Chinese Mint to return to the annual design change.
Obverse and Reverse
The obverse of the gold coin invariably features a beautiful image of the Temple of Heaven in Beijing, surrounded by an inscription in Chinese informing about the issue by the People's Republic of China and the date of minting. This clearly emphasizes the historical and cultural significance of this place.
The reverse side of these unique coins features a design that changes every year, with the endangered Chinese panda, the symbol of China, always being the central motif. The reverse also features information about the size, purity of the gold in the coin, and its face value. It is not only a valuable piece of gold, but also has historical and cultural value. The reverse is where the Chinese panda becomes living art, whose beauty and symbolism attract both collectors and investors.
The Chinese Panda as a means of payment
The Chinese Panda is legal tender issued exclusively by the People's Bank of China, which guarantees its weight and purity. The Mint strongly recommends purchasing these coins for investment purposes, due to their stability, as well as for their aesthetic design and collector's value.
History and Production
The history of Chinese Panda coins dates back to 1982, when they first appeared on the market. These coins are minted in various Chinese mints, including Beijing, Shenzhen, Shanghai, and Shenyang. Although the coins do not bear any markings indicating their place of manufacture, true connoisseurs can recognize subtle differences between individual designs.
The Chinese Panda comes in several weights, and at one point was produced in seven different sizes, second only to the Australian Nugget in terms of variety. The Mint's offer includes the largest of these – a coin containing 30 g of pure 999 gold.
The value and beauty of these coins make them not only an excellent investment, but also a unique addition to any collection. Discover Chinese tradition and history in gold!
Please note! When purchasing a product from this offer, you will receive a coin from the MIX category (various conditions) - earlier years. Coins are assigned randomly when the order is completed and may differ from each other, e.g., in terms of the obverse. To purchase a coin from the current year, check out our other offers.