Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
May 2022 Hong Kong Auction 3-9 May 2022
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(t) CHINA. Kirin. Fantasy Silver Tael, "Year 8 (1882)". PCGS AU-58.
cf. L&M-503 (for rough prototype); K-F914; KMX-M322; WS-1349-65. Quite enticingly toned and sharply struck, this fantasy issues somewhat parallels an official issue from Kirin dating to 1884. Despite its spurious nature, a hotly-collected and desirable piece given its interesting design and wholesome overall appearance. Fairly RARE when encountered so elite.
Estimate: $7000 - $10000
cf. L&M-503 (for rough prototype); K-F914; KMX-M322; WS-1349-65. Quite enticingly toned and sharply struck, this fantasy issues somewhat parallels an official issue from Kirin dating to 1884. Despite its spurious nature, a hotly-collected and desirable piece given its interesting design and wholesome overall appearance. Fairly RARE when encountered so elite.
Estimate: $7000 - $10000