Token - Mascots of the Games of the XXIX Olympiad (Yingying - Mountain Bike/Hockey) ND (2008) front Token - Mascots of the Games of the XXIX Olympiad (Yingying - Mountain Bike/Hockey) ND (2008) back
Token - Mascots of the Games of the XXIX Olympiad (Yingying - Mountain Bike/Hockey) ND (2008) photo
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Token - Mascots of the Games of the XXIX Olympiad Yingying - Mountain Bike/Hockey ND

2008 year
Silver (.925) plated brass 7.59 g 25.73 mm
Description
Location
People's Republic of China
Type
Medals › Commemorative medals
Year
2008
Composition
Silver (.925) plated brass
Weight
7.59 g
Diameter
25.73 mm
Thickness
1.92 mm
Shape
Triangular
Technique
Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-11-14
References
Numista
N#243020
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Lettering:
山越自行车
Mountain Bike

Edge

Plain

Comment

Yingying
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.