World Currency
China People's Bank of China 5 Yuan 1953 Pick 869a S/M#C283-13 PMG Gem Uncirculated 65 EPQ. Gem quality is seen on this rare 5 Yuan from 1953. Although dated 1953, it was not issued until 1955. Only one year later, a new variety colored in yellow and purple was issued, rendering this variety quite rare especially in Gem Uncirculated grade. An iconic type, heavily forged and especially challenging to obtain in this elite grade. Extremely popular and a famous banknote. https://currency.ha.com/itm/world-currency/china-people-s-bank-of-china-5-yuan-1953-pick-869a-s-m-c283-13-pmg-gem-uncirculated-65-epq/a/4034-26171.s?type=DA-DMC-CoinArchivesCurrency-WorldPaperMoney-4034-12112021 HID08706262019 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Estimate: 7200-10800 USD