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Auction: 312 - Numismatic Collector's Series Sale
Lot: 1375

China - People´s Republic. 1987 Sino-Japanese Friendship Medallic 5oz Gold Panda. Gem Proof. Mintage: 1,500. A massive gold medal that was sold at the Tokyo Coin Show in 1987 to celebrate the continuing friendship between China and Japan. A no doubt rare size as many have certainly been melted with examples seldom being seen. Also struck in 1/20oz gold and 1oz gold weights with all examples featuring a gifted panda "Tong Tong" on the obverse with the wall of China and Mt. Fuji on the reverse. A prize for the Chinese Panda collector that remains housed in the original box and holder.

Sold for
$7,250