CHINA. Kirin. 3 Mace 6 Candareens (50 Cents), ND (1898). Kirin Mint. NGC MS-62.
L&M-517; K-290; KM-Y-182; WS-0375. Type 2 "pao." Variety with dotted "sheng" and "kuang," and with rosettes on the dragon side. A lovely uncirculated example of this popular silver minor, with the surfaces aglow with tones of blue that accent a golden yellow. This example is tied for the finest grade by NGC, and only one PCGS example has ever graded higher. A true numismatic treasure, this is a coin worthy of a stunning collection.
Estimate: $3000 - $5000