ANNAM. 1 1/2 Tien Struck in Gold, ND. Tu Duc (1848-83). PCGS AU-55 Secure Holder.
Fr-37; cf.KM-420; Sch-406B; cf.Thierry-499; cf.Les Collections Monetaires-V265/266. VERY RARE and very interesting. The obverse inscription "Tu Duc thong bao" (Tu Duc Era). The reverse inscription seems to be from the era of Theiu Tri "Phu tho da nam" (Riches and longevity). Well struck with minimal doubling and beautiful tone. A fantastic example sure to excite even the most advance of collectors. PCGS AU-55 Secure Holder.
Estimate: $5000.00- $6000.00