China 50 yuan Peking Opera Beijing colored proof silver coin 1999

The China 50 Yuan 1999 Peking Opera Beijing colored proof silver coin is a vibrant celebration of one of China’s most iconic traditional art forms. Issued by the People’s Republic of China, this rectangular silver coin honors Peking Opera, renowned for its expressive costumes, symbolic gestures, martial choreography, and rich theatrical heritage. Struck in proof quality silver with selective color, the coin combines refined minting with vivid artistic storytelling.

The obverse features five Peking Opera characters presented in full stage attire. Each figure is depicted in a distinct pose, wearing elaborate embroidered robes in red, green, yellow, and blue tones. The performers display dramatic facial makeup, ornate headdresses with beads and long pheasant feathers, flowing sleeves, boots, and traditional props such as spears, whips, and banners. At the center stands a decorated ceremonial banner, while Chinese inscriptions identify the Peking Opera art and specific scene. The denomination “50 Yuan” appears clearly on the right, integrated into the composition.

The reverse showcases an architectural panorama of a classical Beijing opera theatre complex. The design includes multi-tiered buildings with sweeping tiled roofs, carved eaves, columns, stairways, courtyards, surrounding walls, trees, and drifting clouds above. Chinese characters at the top identify the People’s Republic of China, with the year 1999, while additional inscriptions below name the theatre. The mirrored fields and frosted relief create strong visual depth and elegance.

This beautifully executed coin is an excellent addition for collectors of Chinese silver, opera and theatre themes, colorized proofs, and modern cultural commemoratives.

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