Catalog
| Issuer | People`s Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Year | 2016 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Value | 100 Yuan (100元, 壹佰圆) |
| Currency | Second Rénmínbì (1955-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Engraver(s) | |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) |
| Obverse description | National emblem |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | Chinese |
| Obverse lettering | 2016 |
| Reverse description | Zunyi Meeting Site, the red ribbon forming the shape of number 80 against a view of the snowy mountains |
| Reverse script | Chinese |
| Reverse lettering | 1936-2016 100 |
| Edge | |
| Mint | |
| Mintage |
2016 - Proof - 10 000 |
| Numisquare ID | 1005500010 |
| Additional information |
Historical Context: Issued by the People's Republic of China in 2016, this 100 Yuan gold coin commemorates the 80th Anniversary of the Victory of the Long March. This pivotal strategic retreat by the Red Army (1934-1936) was instrumental in solidifying Mao Zedong's leadership and establishing the ideological foundation for the PRC. The 2016 issuance, under President Xi Jinping, reinforced the Party's historical narrative and revolutionary spirit.
Artistry: The specific engraver is typically uncredited, reflecting the collective design approach of modern Chinese state issues. Stylistically, the coin blends socialist realism with contemporary numismatic aesthetics, evoking national pride. The obverse invariably features the national emblem of the People's Republic of China. The reverse design commonly depicts a symbolic representation of the Long March, often resolute Red Army soldiers traversing mountainous terrain, or an abstract motif signifying the arduous journey and triumph.
Technical/Grading: Struck in .999 fine gold, weighing 8 grams with a 22mm diameter, this coin exhibits exceptional strike quality. High points for grading include the intricate details of the Tiananmen Gate on the obverse's national emblem, and on the reverse, the raised features of any depicted figures or prominent geological elements. The soft nature of high-purity gold allows for superb detail capture, often with a frosted device and mirrored field, demanding careful handling to preserve its original mint state.