China
Qing Dynasty. Shandong Xiaobao ("Small") Sycee of 1/2 Tael ND (c. 19th Century) Certified MS62+ by Gong Bo Grading, Cribb-XXVII.A.296, Tang-350. 25.2x10.3mm. 14.2gm. Stamped "Xi Xi" (Double Joy). A handsome example of the type that shows no major flaws, placing it very much on the cusp of choice preservation.
Ex. Charles J. Opitz Collection
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HID02906262019
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Estimate: 600-800 USD