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April 2015 Hong Kong Auction - Sess. A-C 30 Mar-1 Apr 2015
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CHINA. Pattern "Mausoleum" Dollar in Silver, Year 16 (1927). NGC AU-55.
L&M-85; K-609; Wenchao-pg. 555#898 (rarity three stars); Sun-III-4-01; WS-0130. Silver. Pattern designed by Richard Placht, Austrian medalist and engraver for the Vienna mint. Although attractive and elegant in its design, this pattern was destined to be met with disapproval. Although stylistically correct, the "Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum" is lacking in some elements. Construction of the site was still under way as this pattern was being designed. Since the engraver never actually saw the site and was only supplied with a drawing, some elements were omitted. Hence, the mausoleum lacks the series of steps leading to its face. It is also noted that the engraving of Dr. Sun Yat-sen was met with disapproval from authorities in China, as it sparsely resembled his actual likeness. Mintage of only 480 pieces. Lovely slate hued toning with nice underlying luster. NGC AU-55.
Estimate: $15000.00- $20000.00
L&M-85; K-609; Wenchao-pg. 555#898 (rarity three stars); Sun-III-4-01; WS-0130. Silver. Pattern designed by Richard Placht, Austrian medalist and engraver for the Vienna mint. Although attractive and elegant in its design, this pattern was destined to be met with disapproval. Although stylistically correct, the "Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum" is lacking in some elements. Construction of the site was still under way as this pattern was being designed. Since the engraver never actually saw the site and was only supplied with a drawing, some elements were omitted. Hence, the mausoleum lacks the series of steps leading to its face. It is also noted that the engraving of Dr. Sun Yat-sen was met with disapproval from authorities in China, as it sparsely resembled his actual likeness. Mintage of only 480 pieces. Lovely slate hued toning with nice underlying luster. NGC AU-55.
Estimate: $15000.00- $20000.00