Posted 08/23/2010 3:49 pm
The "coin" is part of a rather extensive issue of medals or tokens that are still being produced in China. They are in the class of novelty because if there ever was a "REAL" example of this piece - this is a modern knock-off. They usually weigh in at around 18-20 grams and are often magnetic. The edges are typically reeded using a ring die. They sell for under $1 in Hong Kong. I have seen them offered as "silver" or "Tibetan Silver" in many flea markets.
