We are excited to announce the arrival of the 2023 Chinese Panda Coins, which are available in 30g Gold, 8g Gold, 3g Gold and 30g Silver.
The Chinese Gold Panda was first issued in 1982 and is struck in pure .999 fine gold. The Chinese mint discontinued Panda coins denominated in troy ounces at the end of 2015 because China adopted the metric system.
The Chinese Panda Bear
Giant panda bears are native to China, where they are considered a national treasure. The panda has an important place in Chinese culture and history, where it symbolises friendship and peace.
The panda was often compared to the yin and yang because of its black and white spots, standing in stark contrast to one another.
The panda’s calm demeanour demonstrated how, when balanced, the yin and yang were harmonious and peaceful, and many people revere it as a symbol of good luck.
The Chinese Panda Coins Design
The Panda coin is different from many other coins. The coins always feature a panda bear or bears in a new position or pose, and, except for 2001 and 2002, all coins have an annually-changing design unique to that year.
On the reverse side, the 2023 panda coin design features engravings of giant pandas climbing a tree. A panda is reaching out for another panda lying on a tree’s branch and is surrounded by foliage.
The obverse bears the image of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, the earliest building of The Temple of Heaven in Beijing, which is a massive site of worship and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This round-roofed palace is where the emperor held worship ceremonies, praying for good weather and abundant harvests.
The coins border band carries the Chinese characters for “People’s Republic of China” with the year of issue at the base. The reverse of the coin depicts the denomination, weight and fineness.
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If you want to get your hands on the 2023 Gold & Silver Chinese Panda Coins and wish to contact us directly, please do not hesitate to call our friendly team on 01769 618618 or email us at [email protected].
