China (People's Republic), gold 100 yuan (1 oz) Panda, 1998, small date (Shanghai mint), NGC MS 68. KM-1130; PAN-303A. Anthony: "1998 has become perhaps the most sought-after year for gold Pandas. All the coins from this year are key coins and sell for significant premiums above their value in gold." Mintage for both mints: 125,000 planned; 20,507 actual; estimated extant population for this variety