The Chinese Gold Panda is a long-running gold bullion coin series that began in 1982. It became well-known for changing its reverse design every year—something few gold coin programs did at the time. Each design highlights the Giant Panda, a species that holds cultural significance in China. Right now, BullionMax has the 1992 1 oz Chinese Gold Panda Coin with the Small Date engraving available.

Coin Highlights:

• Comes with a sealed plastic pouch!
• 11th issue in the Gold Panda Series!
• Final mintage of 41,120 coins!
• Features the Small Date variation!
• Contains 1 Troy oz of .999 pure gold.
• The face value of 100 Yuan is fully backed by the People’s Republic of China.
• Obverse displays the Hall of Prayer for Abundant Harvests.
• Reverse features a young panda cub climbing in a tree.

Giant Panda cubs are known for climbing trees. As they learn, their early efforts can look a bit unsteady, but they quickly improve. Climbing helps them build strength and confidence, and it’s an important skill they need to survive in the wild.

Each 1992 1 oz Chinese Gold Panda Coin comes sealed in plastic for protection. This version is identified as a Small Date variety, which refers to the tighter, more compact number style in the date. That’s in contrast to the Large Date version, where the numbers appear more spaced out and larger.

On the obverse of the 1992 Gold Panda, you’ll see the Hall of Prayer for Abundant Harvests at the Temple of Heaven in Beijing. The detailed artwork centers on the front of this round building, which has remained the consistent obverse image for the entire series since its start.

The reverse side shows a young panda cub climbing a tree. This scene captures both the playful and instinctual sides of panda behavior. Tree climbing is not only fun for these animals—it’s also a key part of how they learn and survive in nature.

If you have any questions about buying gold coins, we’re happy to help. You can reach BullionMax customer service by phone at 800-729-3202, by web chat, or by email.