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China Panda silver coins are the most important silver bullion coins of China, probably the most important ones of Asia, and well known and present in the Unites States. If you plan to sell your Chinese silver Panda coins, reDollar.com is your #1 choice to liquidate at the highest possible price. You can sell 27 g, 1/2 oz, 30 g, 1 oz, 5 oz, 12 oz, and even 1 kilo silver Panda coins with us – right here on our website. Your silver Panda purchase offer is based on the current real-time silver price that you can lock for up to 7 days.

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Current Silver Panda Buyback Price List

SizeGramsCurrent Price
1/2 oz15.55 g$20.83
27 g27 g$36.16
30 g30 g$40.18
1 oz31.1 g$41.65
5 oz155.5 g$208.26
12 oz373.2 g$499.82
1 kilo1000 g$1339.28
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Coin specs (for 30g coin)
Metal (main)Silver
Metals (others)n.a.
Purity.999 fine silver
Sell for$40.18
CountryChina
Face Value10 Yuan
Gross Weight (g)30 g
Gross Weight (oz)0.9645 troy ounce
Diameter40 mm equals 1.52 in
Thickness3 mm equals 0.118 in
Lettering中华人民共和国 meaning "People’s Republic of China" and 10元 meaning "face value 10 yuan"
Counterfeit riskmedium to high

The Chinese Silver Panda Coin

The 10 yuan silver Panda coin is featuring two panda bears on the coin's reverse.

reDollar’s Coin Minute “China Silver Panda”

Watch this reDollar CoinMinute video where we are featuring the beautiful Chinese silver Panda coin. Besides the specs and the fascinating history, some little-known and exciting facts are being revealed. This is a must-watch episode for everyone who loves beautiful Asian coins.

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Sell China Panda Silver Coin

You may be planning to take advantage of the current silver price to sell your China Panda silver coins, but you are still looking for a buyer who will pay you a high price? reDollar.com is your preferred buyer to achieve maximum selling returns. Not only do we offer the highest possible buyback price, but we also offer the most transparent and most up-to-date pricing in the industry.

A China Panda silver coin along with dollar banknotes in a reDollar selling envelope.

By using our silver calculator, potential sellers can observe and calculate the current buyback price of their China Panda silver coins and lock the price anytime to have the quote guaranteed for 7 days. Observe, lock, and sell your coins right from your phone, tablet, or desktop computer. Selling China Panda silver coins has never been easier.

Start online to sell your Chinese silver coins

We have made the selling process as simple and headache-free as possible. Start online and fill in our selling form by telling us how many China Panda coins you plan to sell. Please also list other items that you plan to sell (other coins, jewelry, gold, etc.). We review every incoming selling order manually to ensure proper insurance coverage. A reDollar team member will get back to you with complimentary shipping information and proof of insurance coverage.

Fully insured shipping for your China Panda coins

Please pack your coins securely and use a solid shipping container. Please double box your coins for maximum shipping protection and drop your shipment at any UPS location. Request a printed receipt; it is an insurance requirement.

Accept & receive payment for your Panda coins

Once your China Panda coins arrive, our lab will provide you with a same-day lab report confirming your pre-calculation. We always wait for your final approval before making any payments. From start to finish, the whole selling process can be completed in less than one week.

More About Chinese Silver Panda Coins

The China Silver Panda was first issued after the rapid recognition of the China Gold Panda, issued in 1982. Originally introduced by the People’s Republic of China, these silver coins have maintained their popularity for over four decades due to their numismatic appeal and distinct beauty. In addition to expanding East Asia’s coinage involvement, the Silver Panda is seen as the progenitor in establishing China as a prominent competitor in the international precious metals market.

History of Silver Panda Coins

The coin was first issued in 1983 as a proof-quality coin with 90% silver (.900 fineness), a weight of 27 grams, and a diameter of approximately 38.6 mm, worth 10 Yuan face value. These coins are especially desirable for collectors and buyers alike due to their low mintages, with roughly 10,000 coins manufactured and released in the first few years. Production paused briefly in 1986, and although the causes for this sabbatical are unrecorded, it is assumed that the coins were under re-evaluation to increase a higher-purity standard and transition from proof-only coins to a broader bullion-market engagement. They were reintroduced as proof-only again in 1987. The previous year’s halt was deemed useful, as the coins in 1989 were issued with a silver fineness of .999, a weight change to 1 troy ounce, and a diameter of 40 mm – broadening demand, drawing in a new audience, and increasing mintages from prior years. From 1989 and onward, the coins were both bullion and proof, minted in larger quantities with shifting designs. After years of production, there was a major change to the 2016 Silver Panda, shifting its previous 1 troy ounce to metric grams (30-gram coin). Other denominations and sizes of the coin were similarly adjusted, with some sizes changing and others remaining the same.

Minting Techniques

These coins are minted at several different Chinese facilities to meet growing domestic and international demand. These include the Shanghai, Shenyang, and Shenzhen Guobao mints. Differing from Western coins, Chinese mints do not typically use visible mint marks, contributing to the allusiveness of the coin. The variations in each mint’s coin are slight but noticeable to a trained eye. In the numismatic community, there are whole guidebooks dedicated to unraveling each distinction. These differences could be as simple as the Temple of Heaven’s ceiling tiles or a cloud pattern.

Design and Artistry

The obverse (front) of the coin holds an image of the Temple of Heaven in Beijing, translating to “Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests.” This portrayal is an accredited motif among Asian heritage, and sadly, the original designer is unknown. Inscriptions such as “中华人民共和国”, “Zhonghua Renmin Gongheguo,” (People’s Republic of China), and the year can also be found etched onto the face of the coin. On the reverse (back) of the coin, one will find a giant panda, China’s national animal, alluding to diplomacy, citizenship, and environmentalism. The reverse’s design is ever-changing but always playful, with a collection of coins displaying a panda climbing a tree, others with it surrounded by its cubs, or some eating bamboo. The coin was also released as a series in which collectors can obtain a coin with each stage of the panda’s development being featured – from cub to full maturity. With each year featuring a personal and unique design, annual purchases and interest increase.

Rarity of China Panda Coins

Earlier Silver Pandas are particularly sought after due to their rarity caused by low mintages and proof quality. These one-of-a-kind coins typically trade at higher premiums than bullion coins due to their variation in design and strong collector demand.

Whether a collector, buyer, or history enthusiast, the Silver Panda offers a rare blend of artistry, evolving design, and cultural heritage. Its low-mintages and connection to multiple Chinese mints also increase its desirability for collectors looking to expand their portfolios. This coin’s continual domination in the domestic and international market confirms its place as a cornerstone of modern numismatics.

China Panda Obverse

The coin’s obverse pictures the Hall of Prayer for Abundant Harvests in Beijing’s Temple of Heaven, with the inscription “中华人民共和国” translating to “The people’s Republic of China” and the year of issue.

China Panda Reverse

The coin’s reverse features annually changing panda designs along with the face value and, on the most recent coins, the “30 g Ag .999” weight and purity information.

China Panda Edge & Rim

The modern versions (beginning in 2016) of silver China Panda coins have a reeded edge with no lettering and a raised rim to protect the surface and design while being stored in the tube.

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