Obverse: Depicts the Meridian Gate of the Forbidden City, with the inscription “中华人民共和国” (People’s Republic of China) along the upper rim and the year “1997” at the bottom.
Reverse: Features the Qianqing Palace (Palace of Heavenly Purity) with detailed architectural design, a pathway in the foreground, the denomination “10 Yuan” at the center, and the inscription “乾清宫”.
About the coin: This is a 1997 Chinese silver coin from a series dedicated to the architecture of the Forbidden City. It is struck from 1 oz of .999 fine silver with a face value of 10 yuan. The series highlights key buildings of the Forbidden City in Beijing, the imperial residence of the Ming and Qing dynasties. The Qianqing Palace was one of the most important structures, where the emperor lived and conducted state affairs. The coin is valued for its silver content, artistic quality, and historical significance.
