CHINA. Fukien. 10 Cash, ND (1901-05). Kuang-hsu (Guangxu). PCGS MS-64 Red Brown.
CL-FK.19; KM-Y-97. Large characters variety. This desirous example provides a stunning amount of mint red, being nearly fully so. The sharp details are well applied with the surfaces overrunning with luster that accentuates the details. Very little evidence of contact is observed, though there are a few areas of slight discoloration that likely prevented this piece from reaching a full Gem status. Altogether, a strong example that is certain to be treasured by the many collectors.
Estimate: $1500 - $2000