CHINA. Chihli (Pei Yang). 7 Mace 2 Candareens (Dollar), Year 29 (1903). Tientsin (East Arsenal) Mint. Kuang-hsu (Guangxu). NGC MS-63+.
L&M-462; K-205; KM-Y-73.1; WS-0632. Variety with period after "YANG". Presenting astounding color and breathtaking character, this Choice crown-sized issue possesses immense and even majestic eye appeal. Not only is the strike rather robust and well executed, the toning clearly takes it to another level, with a cosmic melange of iridescence dancing in front of the viewer. Emanating from a pivotal period in the history of China, and from the final decade of the Qing empire, this piece will undoubtedly generate a tremendous level of spirited bidding and enthusiasm.
Estimate: $15000 - $25000