China
People's Republic gold Proof "Year of the Rooster" 250 Yuan 1981 PR69 Ultra Cameo NGC, KM41, Cheng-pg. 11, 1, CC-25. Mintage: 5,015. A striking, pristine representative of this first-year lunar type of the People's Republic, graced by the most stunning mirrorlike finish to the fields that reveals not a mark or post-mint imperfection. Despite not achieving the coveted PR70 designation, the present piece appears to be a clear contender.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 1500-2000 USD