ANNAM. Silver 5 Tien Bar, (1802-20). Gia Long. PCGS AU-55.
KM-177; Sch-122. Weight: 19.31 gms. Obverse: "Gia Long Nien Tao" (Made in the Gia Long era); Reverse: "Ngan Phien Ngu Binh" (Fine silver, five Tien). This nicely preserved little ingot boasts bold characters with rich attractive mottled patina. Far nicer than normally encountered, this handsome issue offers a pleasing appearance and much originality.
Estimate: $500 - $700