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May 2022 Hong Kong Auction 3-9 May 2022
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(t) CHINA. Kweichow. Auto Dollar (7 Mace 2 Candareens), Year 17 (1928). NGC EF-40.
L&M-609; K-757; KM-Y-428; WS-1109. Variety with two grass blades. This always popular type was struck to commemorate the completion of Kweichow Provincial Highway which, according to Kann, was the first motor car road in the province. Allegedly featuring the personal vehicle of Governor Chow Hsi-chien (Zhou Xicheng), this piece has passed into numismatic lore on account of the unique design. This example of one of the most demanded types in the entire history of Chinese numismatics presents itself well, surpassing most examples that usually are either well handled or have problems. This piece has seen circulation, though it is not excessive or defacing, with some mint luster even remaining in the most protected of areas. Patches of toning are present, though somewhat inconsistently, on the surface. A sharp example that is bound to encourage spiriting bidding and much attraction for any lover of Chinese RARITIES.
Estimate: $25000 - $35000
L&M-609; K-757; KM-Y-428; WS-1109. Variety with two grass blades. This always popular type was struck to commemorate the completion of Kweichow Provincial Highway which, according to Kann, was the first motor car road in the province. Allegedly featuring the personal vehicle of Governor Chow Hsi-chien (Zhou Xicheng), this piece has passed into numismatic lore on account of the unique design. This example of one of the most demanded types in the entire history of Chinese numismatics presents itself well, surpassing most examples that usually are either well handled or have problems. This piece has seen circulation, though it is not excessive or defacing, with some mint luster even remaining in the most protected of areas. Patches of toning are present, though somewhat inconsistently, on the surface. A sharp example that is bound to encourage spiriting bidding and much attraction for any lover of Chinese RARITIES.
Estimate: $25000 - $35000