Illustrated Guide to Modern Non-precious Metal Coins of China

Author: Li Long
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: Chinese metal coins have entered the international market. The book lists the prices of different international standard grades as reference prices in the international coin market, with prices in U.S. dollars. Additionally, it includes reference prices in the domestic coin market, with prices in Chinese yuan. In reality, these prices are influenced by various factors and fluctuate accordingly. Therefore, the book also includes a "Current Market Price" section, allowing readers to fill in the prices based on their knowledge of market trends to accumulate data and serve as a basis for studying the changing patterns of the coin market. The book adopts coin appreciation methods and international standard coin grading systems. Determining the grade of a coin involves two factors: the overall wear and tear, and the wear on the intricate details of the design. The grade is determined based on the worst side of the coin, and it can be categorized into four tiers: 1. Uncirculated. Even under a 30x magnifying glass, no signs of wear or circulation are visible. 2. Extremely Fine. 95% of the original texture remains clear. Alternatively, the coin's intricate details are not worn, with only very slight wear on the entire coin. 3. Fine. 75% of the original fine texture is still clear. Alternatively, the coin's intricate details are not worn, but the coin shows moderate wear overall, and the corners of the text and numbers may not be fully clear. 4. Very Fine.