China
Chihli (Pei Yang Arsenal). Kuang-hsü 20 Cents Year 25 (1899) AU Details (Surface Hairlines) NGC, KM-Y71, L&M-456. A very sharp example of this issue with superb detail, particularly on the dragon. Although it has been cleaned, the hairlines are not at all severe.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 800-1200 USD