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10 Yuan 45th Anniversary of Chinese Aviation Industry, J-8 II
| Issuer | People's Republic of China |
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| Year | 1996 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
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| Obverse description | Central field displays the national emblem of the People's Republic of China, featuring Tiananmen Gate surmounted by a large five-pointed star flanked by four smaller stars, all encircled by a wreath of grain ears tied with a ribbon. The legend 中华人民共和国 (People's Republic of China) arcs around the upper periphery in Chinese characters. Floral branch motifs adorn the lower left and right fields. The year of issue, 1996, appears in the lower exergue. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse depicts the Chengdu J-8 II (歼八II) supersonic interceptor jet in dynamic three-quarter flight view, ascending through stylized clouds rendered in fine relief against a polished field. The Great Wall of China is visible along the lower portion of the design, symbolizing national heritage. The commemorative legend 中国航空工业创建45周年 (45th Anniversary of the Founding of China's Aviation Industry) arcs across the upper border in Chinese characters. The aircraft type designation 歼八II appears in the lower left field, while the denomination 10元 is inscribed at the right. |
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| Reverse lettering | 中国航空工业创建45周年 歼八II 10元 |
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