CHINA. Kirin. 3 Mace 6 Candareens (50 Cents), ND (1900). Kirin Mint. Kuang-hsu (Guangxu). PCGS Genuine--Cleaned, AU Details.
L&M-532; K-402; KM-Y-182.3; WS-0410. Variety with large characters. A charming minor that displays a bold strike and rich details afflicted only slightly by time in circulation. Some golden tone clings to the surfaces nearest the characters, further adding to the charm of this piece. Very desirable in any state of preservation, the present example is certain to be much contested.
Estimate: $600 - $900