I recently read a book documenting the history of the development of the precious metal commemorative coins in China, The Annals of China Gold Coin Corporation 1987- 2017 by its editorial committee, published and distributed by Economic Daily Press in December 2017.
China Gold Coin Corporation was established in 1987, and celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2017, marking an important milestone in the development of China's precious metal commemorative coin business. During this period, a total of 10 major themes, more than 410 items, and 2,100 varieties of precious metal coins were offered for sale, forming a gold and silver coin management, design, minting, and marketing system with Chinese characteristics. A total of 12 coins have won international and domestic awards, and the panda gold and silver coins have become a well-known brand in the international numismatic market. Rich in national characteristics and artistic style, Chinese precious metal coins are renowned worldwide. Besides, the social and economic benefits of Chinese precious metal commemorative coins have been a win-win for both domestic and foreign coin collectors and amateurs, as these products are highly favored by them.
This book is divided into 25 chapters, detailing the approval and planning of the project, design, production, marketing, and publicity, the commemorative coin design management and production process, and the establishment and development of the marketing and publicity system. It also covers the management and history of the company’s finance, investment, and gold business. There is also an overview of the construction and development of personnel and administrative affairs, information, inspection, party building, and cadre work. Seven chapters, from 17 to 23, introduce the profiles of the seven organizations under China Gold Coin Inc., namely, China Great Wall Coins Investments Ltd., China Gold Coin Shenzhen Distribution Center, Beijing Kaiy uan China Gold Coin Distribution Center, Shenzhen Guobao Minting Co., Beijing Xinwen Times Gold Coin Culture Communication Co., Ltd, Shanghai Gold Coin Investment Co., Ltd, and Beijing Zhongjin Guoheng Collection Coin Appraisal and Grading Co. After these sections the secretariat, figures, and events are introduced. The appendix contains documents related to the establishment and development of the head off ice and subordinate institutions, regulations of the People's Republic of China on the administration of RMB, the list of Chinese precious metal commemorative coins (1987-2016), the best of Chinese precious metal commemorative coins, awards and related products, and explanations of common terms used in modern Chinese precious metal commemorative coins.
The Annals of China Gold Coin Corporation 1987-2017 was completed with the full cooperation of all departments and subsidiaries of the company. After the compilation, arrangement, and supplementation by the editorial committee, the information recorded in the book is accurate, systematic, and complete, and it comprehensively and exhaustively records the development history of China Gold Coin Corporation. It is a good book worth recommending for studying and understanding the histor y of Chinese precious metal commemorative coins.
The Annals of China Gold Coin Corporation 1987-2017, ISBN978-7-5196-0264-2, Tel: 010-63584556 (Editorial Department), Website: www.edpbook.com.cn. Price: RMB 380.
