China 10 yuan Ox Bull Year Flower Shape Lunar Calendar proof silver coin 1997

The China 10 Yuan Lunar Calendar Year of the Ox flower-shaped proof silver coin, issued in 1997, is a distinctive and symbolic release from China’s zodiac series. Dedicated to the Year of the Ox, this coin represents diligence, reliability, patience, and quiet strength—virtues deeply respected in traditional Chinese culture and closely associated with agricultural life and stability. The unusual scalloped, flower-shaped format adds artistic uniqueness and enhances its collectible appeal.

The reverse features a powerful ox standing calmly on natural ground, surrounded by tufts of grass and plants. The animal is rendered with strong proportions, rounded body, sturdy legs, curved horns, and a composed expression, emphasizing endurance and resilience. Fine surface textures highlight the ox’s hide and musculature. The denomination “10 元” appears clearly at the bottom, accompanied by small Chinese characters and a subtle seal mark, all set against a softly mirrored proof field.

The obverse depicts a traditional multi-tiered Chinese gate tower with sweeping rooflines, layered eaves, and a central arched entrance. Architectural details such as windows, roof tiles, and stone bases are sharply engraved. Chinese inscriptions identifying the People’s Republic of China surround the design, while the year “1997” is engraved below. The scalloped edge frames the composition elegantly.

Struck in silver with proof quality, this flower-shaped zodiac coin blends cultural symbolism, refined craftsmanship, and innovative form. A strong addition for collectors of Chinese lunar calendar coins, animal motifs, and uniquely shaped silver issues.

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