China
Kiangnan. Kuang-hsu 20 Cents CD 1898 MS67 NGC, KM-Y143A.1, L&M-220, Kann-72a. A fully original, essentially flawless example. Both sides are fully lustrous, with the obverse showing only the slightest touch of russet patina, while the reverse has a bright center with golden-russet color around the peripheries. Exceedingly rare in this superb condition and the finest certified piece with no other example finer than MS65.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 6000-8000 USD