Chinese Gold Panda Coins

24-Karat Gold Bullion Coins

The Chinese Panda is a series of gold bullion coins first issued by the People's Republic of China in 1982. China's contribution differs from its competitors in two distinct ways -- the reverse design featuring the endangered panda bear changes annually, and second, each coin is minted as a limited edition. In 2001, the Chinese mint decided to freeze the design -- a decision which provoked a protest. Thus in 2003, it reverted to the policy of an annual design change. On the obverse, Beijing's Temple of Heaven is featured annually.

Chinese Gold Pandas celebrate one of that country's most prized symbols, the panda bear, on the front of the coin while the reverse side features the famous Temple of Heaven in Beijing, one of China's oldest Taoist temples. The one ounce size is the most collectible and liquid, recognized worldwide as one of the leading bullion coins. Unlike other bullion coins such as the American gold eagle & the Canadian gold maple leaf, Chinese panda coins are not issued in the millions. Many dates have an issuance of fifty-thousand pieces or fewer.

Benefits of Chinese Gold Panda Coins

Pandas are issued by China at a higher percentage over the actual gold price than standard bullion coins, and pioneered the idea of a modern collectible/bullion coin. These legal tender gold coins are adored worldwide for their unsurpassed quality, fresh original designs, low mintages, and high gold content.