Wondrous Chihli Dollar with Enchanting Iridescence
(t) CHINA. Chihli (Pei Yang). 7 Mace 2 Candareens (Dollar), Year 26 (1900). Tientsin (East Arsenal) Mint. Kuang-hsu (Guangxu). PCGS Genuine--Questionable Color, Unc Details.
L&M-459; K-201; KM-Y-73; WS-0629. Essentially remaining without any evidence of time spent in commerce, this specimen emanates from a pivotal period in Chinese history, with the backdrop of the Boxer Rebellion occurring around the time of its manufacture. Some questionable coloring is noted, but nevertheless provides an elegant and enticing flair no matter its origins. A great opportunity for a representative of this emission with a charming appearance and pleasing eye appeal.

流光溢彩北洋七錢二分
北洋二十六年造光緒元寶七錢二分銀幣。天津鑄幣廠。
品相完好，幾乎不見流通痕跡，鑄造於中國歷史上的關鍵時期--義和團運動前夕，見證風雨變遷。幣面可見些許不尋常的色澤，無論成因為何，都為其增添了一絲優雅和迷人質感，令人回味無窮。此枚品相精美，賞心悅目，是收藏此版別錢幣的絕佳機會。 (t) On September 1, 2019, the United States enacted new tariffs on collector's items of Chinese origin, including bullion and numismatic coins and banknotes. This lot was manufactured in China and was sourced from outside the United States for this auction after the tariffs were enacted. Accordingly, any client who wishes to take delivery of this item within the United States will be subject to a 7.5% import tariff plus a processing fee of 0.3464% (minimum $31.67 / maximum $614.35). Please note, this is not, and is not intended to be, a complete description of the applicable import tariffs and buyer remains fully liable for and agrees to promptly pay all tariffs and fees relating to the import of these items into the United States and neither the auctioneer nor any consignor will have any responsibility to pay any applicable tariffs or fees. Please consult your tax adviser with any questions. Furthermore, any lots subject to an import tariff will be shipped directly from our Hong Kong offices and shipments to the United States will be subject to our international shipping chart.

Estimate: $15000.00 - $30000.00