(t) CHINA. Shanxi Xiaobao. Provincial Small Ingots. Silver 1 Tael Ingot, ND. EXTREMELY FINE.
BMC-Class XXIV Group B # 204. Weight: 36.55 gms. Obverse: "Fu" (Blessings). The stamp is boldly applied with good definition of the character, though a small portion in the lower right is slightly weak and not fully struck. The stamp is quite large compared to the size of the ingot and takes up almost the entire face. This little ingot displays light attractive gray tone with a slight iridescent sheen that pops out when tilted in the light and is complemented is areas of lightly coloration.
Estimate: $700 - $900