China
Republic Yuan Shih-kai "Plumed Hat" Dollar ND (1916) MS62 NGC, Tientsin mint, KM-Y332, L&M-942, Kann-663, WS-0097. Struck for the inauguration of Yuan Shih-kai as Emperor Hung-hsien. A coveted Republican issue, here displayed in full Mint State splendor. Yuan Shih-kai's figure stands in strong relief, clearly contoured at the edges and marked by fine detail to his uniform and military decorations. The potent strike reveals itself similarly to the reverse dragon motif, with each scale and minor feature easily picked out against the surrounding elements. Graced with an appealing aged copper tone and tinged in iridescent blue over lustrous surfaces, this offering is poised to draw considerable bidder interest.
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Estimate: 15000-20000 USD