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May 2022 Hong Kong Auction 3-9 May 2022
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(t) CHINA. Kirin. 3 Mace 6 Candareens (50 Cents), CD (1900). Kirin Mint. Kuang-hsu (Guangxu). PCGS MS-62.
L&M-532; cf. K-400 (for type); Y-182.3; cf. WS-0411. Variety with small "tse" and large "keng," dots surrounding "3" and "6," no dot within Manchu script, "KIPIN," and "CΛNDΛRΛNS". Presenting the many variants often encountered in the coinage of Kirin, this exceptionally pleasing, nearly-choice minor offers a great argent nature and some golden-almond hints speckled throughout. Furthering its strong case, a particularly bold strike ensures even more appeal.
Estimate: $10000 - $15000
L&M-532; cf. K-400 (for type); Y-182.3; cf. WS-0411. Variety with small "tse" and large "keng," dots surrounding "3" and "6," no dot within Manchu script, "KIPIN," and "CΛNDΛRΛNS". Presenting the many variants often encountered in the coinage of Kirin, this exceptionally pleasing, nearly-choice minor offers a great argent nature and some golden-almond hints speckled throughout. Furthering its strong case, a particularly bold strike ensures even more appeal.
Estimate: $10000 - $15000