Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
September 2021 Hong Kong Auction 27 Sep - 1 Oct 2021
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ANNAM. Gold 10 Lang Currency Bar, ND (ca. 1750). ALMOST UNCIRCULATED.
cf. V-115. Weight: 374.35 gms. Without markings on face. "Shi Liang" (10 Taels) engraved on reverse, "Shi" (ten) on side. "Tian" on side. Chopmark "Guang" on reverse. Similar to the bars recovered from the wreck of the Geldermalsen. This charming example displays a lovely pale gold color with somewhat matte surfaces indicative of saltwater emersion.
Estimate: $20000 - $25000
cf. V-115. Weight: 374.35 gms. Without markings on face. "Shi Liang" (10 Taels) engraved on reverse, "Shi" (ten) on side. "Tian" on side. Chopmark "Guang" on reverse. Similar to the bars recovered from the wreck of the Geldermalsen. This charming example displays a lovely pale gold color with somewhat matte surfaces indicative of saltwater emersion.
Estimate: $20000 - $25000