China
Qing Dynasty. Kuang-hsü Yunnan Yuansi Changyuankezi ("Fine Silk Oval") Sycee of 9-1/2 Taels ND (1875-1908), Cribb-Class LXXXV.D or E. 67x40mm. 350.15gm. Stamped in two sections, reading: "Yunnan Sheng Zao" (Made in Yunnan Province) and "Guang Xu" (Kuang-hsü era). A highly popular, though apparently poorly documented type, with the issues stamped "Yunnan Sheng Zao" unlisted either by Cribb or Tai.
This lot has not yet been assigned a grade, as it will be submitted to Gong Bo for certification before the auction.
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Estimate: 1000-1200 USD