Modern Chinese Varieties: 1987 Silver 5Y Proof

This month we feature another Silver 5Y Proof variety. In 1987, China issued the fourth in the series of Historical Figures. Included in this five-coin series (one being gold) is a silver coin honoring Li Chun. This coin can be found with a mirrored or frosted gap between Li Chun’s arm and waist.

The first variety (pictured below) is an example featuring a “mirrored gap” (Photo 1). The red arrow points to where the mirroring exists.

Photo 1 - Reverse with "mirrored gap" Click image to enlarge.

The second variety (pictured below) is an example featuring a “frosted gap” (Photo 2). The red arrow points to where the frosting is located.

Photo 2 - Reverse with "frosted gap" Click image to enlarge.

Both of these varieties share the same common obverse featuring the date 1987 (Photo 3).

Photo 3 - Obverse of a 1987 Silver 5Y Proof coin featuring Li Chun Click image to enlarge.

Look for another interesting variety to be featured next month.