China
Qing Dynasty. Yunnan Danchuo Paifangding ("Single-Stamp Tablet") Sycee of 3 Taels ND AU, cf. Opitz-pg. 330 (for type), Cribb-Class LXXVI.D, Tai, Sycee Online, Ysg/17, 20-21, and 26-27 (naming prefecture rather than salt well). 39x33mm. 119.70gm. Stamped in one column, reading: "An Ning Jing" (An Ning [salt] wells). A type which benefits enormously from a well-centered and oriented central stamp, itself imbued with a soft golden patina that greatly accentuates the overall eye appeal.
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Estimate: 2000-3000 USD