2016 10 Yuan Chinese Panda 1 Gram Pure Gold Coin (.999 Purity). Asia's Most Popular Bullion Coin, Made In China. 10 Yuan, Monetized By The China Government. Graded By Seller Circulated Condition

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.

• 10 Yuan, Monetized By The China Government
• 1 Gram Pure .999 Gold, China Government Issue, The Coin Is Small In Size.
• The Coin Is Very Small Because Its 1 Gram
• This 10 Yuan gold coin is part of China’s world-renowned Panda Bullion series, issued by the People’s Republic of China in 2016. These coins are celebrated worldwide for their annually changing designs and blend of artistic detail with investment-grade purity. The 2016 edition continues the tradition of combining national pride with the beloved symbol of the giant panda.
• The obverse features the Temple of Heaven, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a masterpiece of Ming dynasty architecture. Located in Beijing, it served as an imperial altar for ceremonies invoking good harvests. The inscription above reads “People’s Republic of China” in Chinese characters, with the date “2016” centered below.
• On the reverse, a tranquil panda is shown hugging a tree branch, portrayed with soft, naturalistic fur and gentle expression. The panda, a national treasure and conservation icon, symbolizes peace, harmony, and nature’s quiet strength. Its calm pose evokes the spirit of serenity that defines the Chinese approach to art and wildlife representation.
• Struck in .999 fine gold, this 1-gram coin measures just 10 mm in diameter but boasts exceptional craftsmanship and detail. With a face value of 10 Yuan, it continues China’s legacy of merging cultural elegance with precious metal value — making it a treasured choice for both collectors and gold investors worldwide.