Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
April 2014 Hong Kong Auction - Sess. C 2 April 2014
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CHINA--EMPIRE. Ming Dynasty 1 Kuan, Hong Wu, 1368-99. P-AA10.
(S/M#T36-20) Dated year 2, month 3 of his reign, (March, 1369). This important offering showcases this iconic type with the addition of a printed date "2" at the lower left. It is a feature we have not yet encountered for the catalog number. The overall appeal remains pleasing for the grade with still visible vermilion stamping at center and nice detail in the strings of cash coins. Edge damage at right although fairly uniform. A lot which may prove our estimate conservative. PMG Choice Fine 15 Net. Edge Damage.
From the Ernest A. Ikenberry Collection.
(S/M#T36-20) Dated year 2, month 3 of his reign, (March, 1369). This important offering showcases this iconic type with the addition of a printed date "2" at the lower left. It is a feature we have not yet encountered for the catalog number. The overall appeal remains pleasing for the grade with still visible vermilion stamping at center and nice detail in the strings of cash coins. Edge damage at right although fairly uniform. A lot which may prove our estimate conservative. PMG Choice Fine 15 Net. Edge Damage.
From the Ernest A. Ikenberry Collection.