2016 8 Grams China New Years Celebration .999 Silver Proof Coin
The 2016 New Year Celebration Commemorative Silver Coin showcases the national emblem of the People's Republic of China (PRC), along with the title of the PRC and the year on its front side. Various minting techniques are applied to the surface: the field is sandblasted, the national emblem is sandblasted, while the title and year are reverse-blasted and polished. The reverse side emphasizes the theme of bringing home good fortune and happiness. The character "福" (Fú), representing good fortune and happiness, is inscribed in the center of the sandblasted area. To the left, polished seal characters indicate "Bing Shen," which corresponds to the year 2016 in the Chinese sexagenary cycle. These inscriptions are framed by a mix of auspicious designs, including a sandblasted and polished moon gate, a courtyard wall, and symmetrical images of bats and peonies, all contributing to a festive atmosphere where people welcome good fortune and the new year.