China 10 yuan Year of the Rooster proof silver coin 2005

The China 10 Yuan “Year of the Rooster” 2005 proof silver coin is a refined and symbolic issue from China’s renowned Lunar Calendar series, celebrating the Rooster — a traditional emblem of vigilance, confidence, honesty, and diligence in Chinese culture. Issued in 2005, this coin combines family symbolism with classical architecture and elegant proof craftsmanship.

The reverse presents a vivid rural scene featuring a proud rooster with raised head and flowing tail feathers, standing opposite a hen. Between them are several small chicks, carefully engraved with tiny bodies and delicate outlines, symbolizing family unity, protection, and prosperity. Fine texturing highlights the feathers of the adult birds, while subtle ground details and mirrored fields enhance depth. The denomination “10 元” is placed clearly in the upper field, with additional small Chinese characters near the lower edge.

The obverse depicts a traditional Chinese city gate and pavilion complex with layered roofs, fortified walls, towers, and architectural details rendered in sharp relief. Stylized clouds float in the sky above the structure, while rocky terrain and masonry patterns complete the composition. Along the upper rim are Chinese characters naming the issuing country, with the year 2005 positioned prominently above the central building.

Struck in silver with proof quality, this coin is a meaningful addition for collectors of Chinese zodiac themes, family symbolism, and modern Asian numismatics.

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