1988 5 oz Chinese Lunar Dragon 50 Yuan Proof Silver Coin (Scruffy)

### 1988 5 oz Chinese Lunar Dragon 50 Yuan Proof Silver Coin (Scruffy) **Please note that the coin may display toning, spots, scratches, etc.** Collectors of vintage Chinese lunar coins highly value the **1988 5 oz Chinese Lunar Dragon 50 Yuan Proof Silver Coin (Scruffy)** for its impressive silver weight, iconic dragon design, and strong numismatic appeal. Struck by the Chinese Mint, this proof coin contains 5 troy oz of fine silver and carries a face value of 50 Yuan backed by the Shenyang Mint. Featuring detailed artwork inspired by the Chinese Lunar Calendar, the Year of the Dragon release remains one of the most popular issues among collectors of Chinese silver coins and lunar-themed bullion products. The Dragon holds a special place in Chinese culture and is considered a symbol of strength, prosperity, wisdom, and good fortune. Coins featuring the Lunar Dragon design are often among the most sought-after releases in Chinese numismatics due to the dragon’s importance in traditional Chinese mythology. The Chinese Lunar coin series gained worldwide popularity during the 1980s for its limited mintages, artistic designs, and high silver purity. **Coin Features:** - **Limited mintage of 5,000** - Made from .999 fine silver with a weight of [**5 troy oz**](file:///buy-silver/coins/5-oz-silver-coins) - Scruffy condition - Proof finish - Fase value:50 Yuan - Produced by the Shenyang Mint - Individual coins come in a plastic flip - **Obverse:** Features the Great Wall of China along with the year of mintage - **Reverse:** Features a striking design of two Chinese dragons along with the denomination. **Why Own This 1997 Silver Unicorn Coin?** - Offers significantly [**lower premiums**](file:///low-premium-picks/off-quality-silver) compared to pristine examples - Strong demand among lunar coin collectors - Large-format proof coin with detailed artwork - Dragon-themed coins remain highly sought after worldwide - Combines silver bullion value with numismatic appeal The **1988 5 oz Chinese Lunar Dragon 50 Yuan Proof Silver Coin (Scruffy)** remains an attractive choice for collectors seeking vintage Chinese silver coins with historical significance and iconic lunar designs. Its substantial silver content and enduring Dragon symbolism continue to make it a standout piece in the world of world coins and lunar numismatics. For more details, contact our dedicated support team. **You may also be interested in:** - **[1998 1 oz Chinese Liu Shaoqi's Birth 100th Ann. Silver Coin 10 Yuan .999 Fine](file:///1998-1-oz-chinese-liu-shaoqi-s-birth-100th-ann-silver-coin-10-yuan-999-fine)** - **[1997 China 1 oz Proof Silver Unicorn 10 Yuan Coin .999 Fine (Scruffy)](file:///1997-china-1-oz-proof-silver-unicorn-10-yuan-coin-999-fine-scruffy)** - **[2004 1 oz Chinese Lunar Monkey Fan Series 10 Yuan Silver Coin (Sealed)](file:///2004-1-oz-chinese-lunar-monkey-fan-series-10-yuan-silver-coin-sealed)**