China
Republic gold Central Mint Bar of 5 Taels ND (1945) MS61 PCGS, L&M-1072. 70x30mm. 156.21gm. Stamped with the bust of Sun Yat-sen and a depiction of an ancient spade coin (the mark of the Central Mint) on one side, and the weight, fineness, and serial number CD 21318 on the other side. A remarkably fleeting large-size gold bar from this Central Mint series of enormously greater scarcity than the frequently seen 5 Mace (1/2 Tael bars). In recent years, we've been able to find only one other example coming to auction. Of great rarity as such, and sure to garner ample bidder attention. Mislabeled on the holder as a Taiwanese bank issue.
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HID02906262019
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Estimate: 15000-20000 USD