Philippines
USA Administration 7-Piece Certified Set 1905,
1) 1/2 Centavo - PR64 Red and Brown PCGS, KM162
2) Centavo - PR65 Red and Brown PCGS, KM163
3) 5 Centavos - PR64 NGC, KM164
4) 10 Centavos - PR64 PCGS, KM165
5) 20 Centavos - PR65 PCGS, KM166
6) 50 Centavos - PR64 PCGS, KM167
7) Peso - PR65 NGC, KM168
Philadelphia mint, KM-PS3 (as a set). An extremely low mintage, with much of the original production of 471 sets being ruined after their dumping into Manila Bay during World War II. The copper issues are mesmerizing with exceptionally red surfaces, while the remaining pieces feature a varying degree of toning along with brilliant, lustrous fields. The Centavo also carries an Eliasberg pedigree, adding to its allure. A majestic and important near-Gem and Gem set.
Estimate: 5000-7000 USD