China (Republic), Yunnan Province, 1/2 tael, Hanoi mint, struck in 1943-44 for the French Indo-Chinese opium trade, NGC AU 55. L&M-434; KM-A1.2. Richly toned (mostly on obverse) with traces of luster, minimal marks, well struck except for parts of rims, highly popular issue.
Estimate: $500 - $750