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10 Yuan Columbus
| Issuer | People's Republic of China |
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| Year | 1991 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
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| Reverse lettering | 哥伦布 CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS 1451-1506 10元 |
| Edge | Reeded |
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Issued as part of China's early commemorative silver program, this piece was produced for international collector markets rather than domestic circulation — the Columbus quincentenary in 1992 generated a wave of commemorative issues worldwide, and Chinese state mints moved early to capture export sales. The timing reflects the China Mint's aggressive expansion into the global numismatic market during the late 1980s and early 1990s, when hard currency from collector premiums was a practical economic priority.
Mintages for this series were controlled by China Gold Coin Corporation, the state body that managed foreign distribution. Original issue allocations to Western dealers sold through quickly in anticipation of the 1992 anniversary year.