Token - Mascots of the Games of the XXIX Olympiad (Fuwa - Yingying) 2008 front Token - Mascots of the Games of the XXIX Olympiad (Fuwa - Yingying) 2008 back
Token - Mascots of the Games of the XXIX Olympiad (Fuwa - Yingying) 2008 photo
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Token - Mascots of the Games of the XXIX Olympiad Fuwa - Yingying

2008 year
Silver (.925) plated brass 10.73 g 30.00 mm
Description
Location
People's Republic of China
Type
Medals › Commemorative medals
Year
2008
Composition
Silver (.925) plated brass
Weight
10.73 g
Diameter
30.00 mm
Thickness
1.94 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-11-14
References
Numista
N#242264
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Lettering:
福娃迎迎
Yingying

Edge

Plain

Comment

Cultural inspiration - Tibetan antelope, Tibetan and Xinjiang ethnic costumes.
Olympic Ring - Orange
Represented Element - Earth
Represented sport - track and field
The Tibetan antelope is an endangered species native to the Tibetan Plateau, known for its swiftness. Yingying's headgear incorporates elements of Tibetan and Xinjiang ethnic costumes.