1993 China Mao Zedong 100th Anniversary of Birth Silver Coin (Sealed)

1993 China Mao Zedong 100th Anniversary of Birth Silver Coin (Sealed)

Add an important piece of modern Chinese commemorative coinage with the 1993 China Mao Zedong 100th Anniversary of Birth Silver Coin (Sealed). Issued to mark the centennial of Mao Zedong’s birth (1893–1993), this commemorative 10 Yuan coin was struck at the Shanghai Mint from .925 fine silver. Weighing 27 grams and containing approximately 0.803 troy oz of actual silver, the coin combines precious metal content with a historically significant theme. This example remains sealed, adding further appeal for collectors seeking preserved Chinese commemorative issues.

Released in 1993, the coin commemorates 100 years since the birth of Mao Zedong, a central figure in the establishment and early history of the People’s Republic of China. The issue forms part of China’s extensive modern commemorative coin program, which has recognized major historical figures, anniversaries, cultural subjects, and national events.

The coin was produced by the Shanghai Mint with a limited mintage of only 20,000 pieces, giving collectors a comparatively small original population to pursue.

Coin Specifications:

• Limited mintage of 20,000
• Contains 0.803 troy oz of .925 fine silver
• Produced by Shanghai Mint
• Denomination: 10 Yuan
• Individual coins arrive sealed in plastic 
• Obverse: Depicts a cliff-side with a tall pagoda tower overseeing the waters and bridge in the background; and the year of the birth anniversary (1993).
• Reverse: Features a bust of Mao Ze Dong in uniform. Surrounding the bust are Chinese characters and the year of birth and year of commemoration (1893 -1993); with the denomination on the right of the bust 10 Yuan

With its 20,000-piece mintage, Shanghai Mint origin, and sealed presentation, this 1993 commemorative offers several qualities sought by collectors of modern Chinese coinage. The combination of limited production, historical significance, and substantial silver content makes it an appealing choice for expanding a collection of Chinese coins, world commemoratives, and scarce silver issues. Bullion Exchanges also carries a broad selection of rare world coins and popular silver bullion for collectors looking to further diversify their holdings.

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