1996 5 Yuan Chinese Panda 1/20 OZ Pure Gold Coin (.999 Purity). Sealed in Government Packaging. Asia's Most Popular Bullion Coin, Made In China. 5 Yuan, Monetized By The China Government. Graded By Seller Sealed

China issued its first gold coins picturing a panda design in 1982, in sizes of 1, 1⁄2, 1⁄4, and 1⁄10 ozt (31.1, 15.6, 7.8, and 3.1 g) of 99.9 fine gold. Beginning in 1983 another size was added – 1⁄20 ozt (1.6 g). Larger panda coins were issued in some years, weighing 5 and 12 ozt (160 and 370 g). These popular coins are issued in prooflike brilliant uncirculated quality with a different design each year. A freeze of the design was announced with the 2001 issues—and thus the 2002 pandas were identical to 2001. But collectors spoke up in behalf of annual changes, and China reverted to their original policy. There are several mints that produce these coins, including but not limited to: Beijing, Shanghai, Shenyang and Shenzhen. Unlike coins made by U.S. branch mints that carry mintmarks to identify their origin, Chinese mints usually do not employ them. In certain years there are minor variations—in the size of the date, style of the temple, etc.—in the coin design that allow the originating mint to be determined. Certain years are also designed by different designers. The design of the obverse changes less frequently than the design of the panda change. The official Chinese panda coins should not be confused with Chinese medals that also use a panda.

• 5 Yuan, Monetized By The China Government
• 1/20 OZ Pure .999 Gold, China Government Issue, The Coin Is Small In Size.
• The Coin Is Very Small Because Its 1/20 OZ Gram
• The 1996 5 Yuan Panda is a miniature masterpiece from the renowned Panda bullion series, celebrated worldwide for its annually changing designs. Issued by the People’s Republic of China, this coin embodies the nation’s cultural pride and artistry. Struck in pure .999 gold, it carries a weight of 1/20 troy ounce, offering collectors a compact yet brilliant expression of Chinese minting craftsmanship.
• Its obverse proudly presents the Hall of Prayer for Abundant Harvests, an iconic structure within Beijing’s Temple of Heaven. This sacred building, constructed during the Ming dynasty, has long symbolized harmony between humanity and nature. The design is framed by Chinese characters reading “People’s Republic of China” and the year of issue, giving the coin a sense of timeless national identity.
• On the reverse, a serene panda rests high in the branches of a tree, rendered in delicate detail. The panda, an enduring emblem of China, symbolizes peace, friendship, and the nation’s dedication to wildlife conservation. Its gentle demeanor and solitary pose capture the quiet strength and natural beauty that have made the series beloved by collectors around the world.
• Struck in .999 fine gold and weighing just 1.56 gram, this small yet elegant piece offers big appeal for collectors and gold enthusiasts alike. Its compact size, intricate detail, and ever-changing design keep the Panda series at the heart of modern bullion collecting, treasured worldwide as a symbol of China’s natural beauty and cultural pride.