Description
The Chinese 1/4oz 100th Anniversary of Bank of Communications Gold Coin is a commemorative non-circulating coin issued in 2008 by the People’s Republic of China. Crafted from .999 fine gold, the coin weighs 7.77 grams and has a diameter of 22 mm. It features a round shape with a reeded edge and medal alignment.
The obverse displays the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests (Temple of Heaven) along with the Chinese inscription for “100th Anniversary of Bank of Communications,” the title of the People’s Republic of China, and the year of issue. Whilst the reverse showcases a heart-warming depiction of a mother panda and her baby, accompanied by the English inscriptions “1/4oz Au .999,” “100th Anniversary of Bank of Communications,” and the coin’s face value of 100 Yuan.
This coin is part of the Panda Bullion series and was minted at the Shanghai Mint with a total mintage of 100,000 pieces. It holds a rarity index of 95 on Numista, indicating its scarcity among collectors
