5 Fen

Emitent People`s Republic of China
Rok 1955-2000
Typ Standard circulation coin
Nominał 5 Fen (伍分)
Waluta Second Rénmínbì (1955-date)
Skład Aluminium (94.6% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium, 0.04% Manganese)
Waga 1.6 g
Średnica 24 mm
Grubość 1.8 mm
Kształt Round
Technika Milled
Orientacja Medal alignment ↑↑
Rytownik(zy)
W obiegu do
Źródło(a) KM#3, Y#3
Opis awersu China`s emblem: Tian`anmen, `Gate of Heavenly Peace`, gate to the forbidden city, 5 stars above it. Was Y#3
Pismo awersu Chinese
Legenda awersu 中 華 人 民 共 和 國
(Translation: People`s Republic of China)
Opis rewersu Ears surrounding the face value
Pismo rewersu Chinese
Legenda rewersu 5 伍分 1990
(Translation: 5 Five Fen 1990)
Krawędź Milled
Mennica
Nakład 1955 - Modern letters -
1956 - Modern letters -
1957 - Modern letters -
1974 - Stylized letters, different font -
1975 - Modern letters -
1976 - Modern letters - 350 000
1976 - Stylized letters, different font -
1979 - Modern letters -
1980 - Modern letters -
1981 - Modern letters -
1981 - Modern letters; Proof - 10 000
1982 - Modern letters -
1982 - Modern letters; Proof - 10 000
1982 - Stylized letters, different font -
1983 - Modern letters - 484 000
1983 - Modern letters; Proof - 10 000
1984 - Modern letters - 600 000
1984 - Modern letters; Proof - 10 000
1984 - Stylized letters, different font -
1985 - Modern letters -
1985 - Modern letters; Proof - 4 825
1986 - Modern letters -
1986 - Modern letters; Proof - 660
1987 - Modern letters -
1988 - Modern letters -
1989 - Modern letters -
1990 - Modern letters -
1991 - Modern letters -
1991 - Modern letters; Proof - 20 000
1992 - Modern letters -
1992 - Modern letters; Proof - 20 000
1993 - Modern letters, In Sets only -
1993 - Modern letters; Proof - 20 000
1994 - Modern letters, In Sets only -
1994 - Modern letters; Proof - 20 000
1995 - Modern letters, In Sets only -
1995 - Modern letters; Proof - 20 000
1996 - Modern letters, In Sets only -
1996 - Modern letters; Proof - 20 000
1997 - Modern letters -
1997 - Proof - 20 000
1998 - Modern letters -
1998 - Proof - 20 000
1999 - Modern letters -
1999 - Proof - 20 000
2000 - Modern letters -
2000 - Proof - 20 000
ID Numisquare 3785872280
Dodatkowe informacje

Historical Context: The 5 Fen coin, issued by the People's Republic of China from 1955 to 2000, represents a significant period in modern Chinese history. Spanning the leaderships of Mao Zedong, Deng Xiaoping, and Jiang Zemin, this denomination served as a crucial component of everyday commerce during an era of profound societal transformation. Its extended circulation reflects the PRC's efforts to stabilize its post-revolutionary economy and foster a unified national currency system, adapting through periods of socialist construction and economic reform.

Artistry: The design of the 5 Fen coin embodies the functionalist and nationalistic aesthetic prevalent in early People's Republic of China coinage. While specific engravers are typically not individually credited, the collective design effort emphasizes clarity and national symbolism. The obverse prominently features the iconic Tiananmen Gate, the national emblem, representing the heart of the nation. The reverse displays the denomination "5 FEN" and the year of mintage in a straightforward, legible typeface, reflecting a pragmatic approach to currency design.

Technical/Grading: Composed of an Aluminium alloy (94.6% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium, 0.04% Manganese), this lightweight 24 mm, 1.6 g coin is susceptible to handling marks. Key high-points for assessing wear include the roof details and central tower of the Tiananmen Gate on the obverse, and the raised numerals and characters on the reverse. Due to the soft nature of aluminium, strikes can vary, with some examples exhibiting weaker definition, particularly on intricate architectural elements. Bag marks are a common occurrence, impacting higher grades.

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