(t) CHINA. Kiangnan. 7 Mace 2 Candareens (Dollar), CD (1903)-HAH. Nanking Mint. Kuang-hsu (Guangxu). PCGS AU-55.
L&M-251; K-96; KM-Y-145a.10; WS-0850. Variety with five-pointed star and unhooked "kwei". Light gray overall and with very little in the way of handling, this radiant specimen presents some shimmering luster in the protected areas and hues of golden nearer the devices. A subtle degree of striking weakness is evident in and around the legends, though this aspect is entirely consistent with the type and not at all a distraction.
Estimate: $7000 - $10000