(t) CHINA. Fengtien. 7 Mace 2 Candareens (Dollar), Year 24 (1898). Fengtien Mint. Kuang-hsu (Guangxu). PCGS AU-53.
L&M-471; K-244; KM-Y-87; WS-0583. Variety with narrow-mouthed dragon and pointed "one". Always a popular and desirable type, this elegant "dragon Dollar" offers surfaces that exhibit just a light degree of handling across the high points. Meanwhile, a mostly almond-gray nature to the toning elevates its appeal that much more, with a solid strike and even some glints of brilliance residing among the protected areas.
Estimate: $10000 - $20000