Inspired by 2016 Year of the Monkey, the People’s Bank of China has issued this 10 Yuan silver coin as part of the successful China Lunar series that has rapidly gained success and popularity among collectors. Dedicated to the ninth of all the animals in the Chinese zodiac, this coin is struck from 1 oz .999 pure silver with a flawless proof finish and the mintage of 200 000 pieces worldwide.

The traditional obverse of Chinese coins displays the national emblem of the People’s Republic of China with fish and lotus along the rim of the coin symbolizing profusion year after year. The issuing year is also indicated on the obverse.

Filled with unique spirit of Chinese traditions and beliefs, the coin is another magnificent tribute to the Year of the Monkey in Chinese astrology. The reverse of this coin depicts a lifelike monkey in the foreground and a decorative design of the monkey as the background, the face value and the words “Bing Shen (Fire Monkey)” in Chinese. The Chinese believe that people born in the year of the monkey are astute, intelligent and flexible which enables them to solve problems with ease. This monkey coin will make a beautiful gift for someone born in 2016 or any other Monkey year!