1981 China People's Republic 5 Fen Aluminum

1981 China People's Republic 5 Fen Aluminum 1981 China People's Republic 5 Fen Aluminum Coin Rare Mintage Key Date This 1981 China People's Republic 5 Fen is a highly sought-after key date from the popular aluminum series. Struck in aluminum with a plain edge, this coin features the national emblem of the People's Republic of China on the obverse and the denomination surrounded by a wheat ear wreath on the reverse. The 1981 issue is particularly significant to collectors as it was not released for general circulation and was only available in annual mint sets, resulting in a much lower mintage compared to common years. This example remains in its uncirculated state, displaying the original bright white aluminum luster and sharp strikes on the intricate details of the Gate of Heavenly Peace. It comes protected in a standard 2x2 cardboard coin flip for preservation. 1981 China People's Republic 5 Fen Aluminum Coin Condition: The coin appears to be in circulated condition with visible surface wear, scratches, and minor oxidation consistent with aluminum coinage of this era. The details on the wheat stalks and the national emblem remain legible, though the luster has dulled into a greyish patina. There are no major gouges or deformations visible, but the rim shows slight signs of contact marks. The coin was struck at the Shanghai Mint in China. The metal content is aluminum. Historically, the 1981 5 Fen is part of the "Five Great Heavenly Kings" series, as it was not released for general circulation and was primarily included in mint sets intended for foreign collectors, making it a key date for the series. This is a business strike type. The coin is raw and does not have a professional numeric grade. China, coin, currency, fen, 1987, numismatics, collectible, 5 fen, aluminum, People's Republic of China, coin holder, obverse, reverse, money, vintage Chinese coins, 1987 China 5 Fen, vintage world currency, numismatics, rare coins, Asian currency, coin collecting, 1980s Chinese money, aluminum coins, collectible currency IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction.”ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions.” References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection agencies to enforce these Terms. By placing any bid, the bidder acknowledges they have read the title and description in full, reviewed all photographs, and had the opportunity to ask questions prior to bidding. The bidder agrees they are purchasing the item strictly as shown in the auction images and as described, AS-IS, WHERE-IS, and that placing a bid and/or winning an item constitutes a binding contract, with no refunds, no returns, no exchanges, no credits, and no cancellations for any reason. Auctio