CHINA. Yunnan Sanchuo Jieding. Provincial Three Stamp Remittance Ingots. Silver 4 Tael Bank Ingot, ND. VERY FINE.
BMC-Class LXVI Group H. Weight: 142.56 gms. "Li Guang Ju Hao Ba Yue Wen Yin" (Liguangju Bank, 8th month fine silver); "Gong Gu Tong Kan Qi" (Checked by public assayer Tong). The outer stamps are deeply applied with well formed bold characters, while the central stamp and added assay stamp show areas of weakness and a natural void in the center as is commonly encountered on these issues. The surfaces display rich mottled gray patina with minor earthen deposits in the protected areas adding to its pleasing appearance and originality.
Estimate: $700 - $1000