ANNAM. 4 Tien, ND (1848-83). Tu Duc. NGC AU-55.
KM-448; Sch-351. Weight: 15.10 gms. Quite alluring and bold, this enigmatic striking features an interesting aspect in the angles of the obverse: the appearance of additional characters rotated at a 45 degree angle and stippled rather than connected. Lightly toned and highly pleasing, though a minor pit is noted below the "bao" (寶) character.
Estimate: $1200.00- $2000.00