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October 2022 Hong Kong Auction 3-8 Oct 2022
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CHINA. Kiau Chau. German Occupation. 10 Cents, 1909. Berlin Mint. PCGS PROOF-65.
KM-2; K-872; J-730. A wonderous offering in proof, the present example yields a vibrant display of specially mirrored brilliance and details with a depth seldom encountered. The surfaces avoid almost all marking and hits, generating immense eye appeal and charm. A RARE offering in proof, this minor is certain to command many bids from the specialist in provincial minors.
KM-2; K-872; J-730. A wonderous offering in proof, the present example yields a vibrant display of specially mirrored brilliance and details with a depth seldom encountered. The surfaces avoid almost all marking and hits, generating immense eye appeal and charm. A RARE offering in proof, this minor is certain to command many bids from the specialist in provincial minors.
According to Kann, the Kiau Chau 5 and 10 Cents entered circulation in October of 1909. Although this issue was met with acceptance, it remained short lived. The German involvement in World War I found the port of Kiau Chau under British and Japanese siege on August 27th, 1914, and ended on November 7th and Kiau Chau remained under Japanese control until returned to China in 1922.
Ex: Irving Goodman Collection (Superior 6/1991) Lot #1266.
Estimate: $5000 - $7000