CHINA. Tibet. Sho, Year 2 (1821/2). Tao-kuang (Daoguang). PCGS AU-53.
L&M-648; K-1472; KM-C-93; WS-0224. Variety with complete "chan". Quite attractive in both strike and state of preservation, this impressive Tibetan Sho demonstrates very little evidence of actual handling or rub on the surfaces. Some light mint luster is even visible, making this example a charming representative of the type.
Estimate: $2000 - $3000