Kiangnan. Kuang-hsü Dollar ND (1897) MS63 PCGS, Nanking mint, KM-Y145, L&M-210A, Kann-66d. Herringbone (Ornamental) edge. Variety with crossbars on A's in KIANGNAN, barely visible. As a cornerstone artifact in Kiangnan's numismatic legacy, this elusive example at hand exhibits undoubtable minting mastery. The intricately detailed dragon, a symbol of power, luck, and prosperity, skillfully intertwines with the gunmetal-silver background, demonstrating a harmonious blend of culture and craftsmanship. When observed in the light, a subtle under glow of luster emerges to illuminate a graceful veil of champagne toning. The legends, motifs, and devices are all incredibly sharp, rendering full features that allow you appreciate the true depth of this offering. It currently rests at the second-highest grade designation on the PCGS census, creating a stunning combination of rarity, beauty, and prestige. A truly outstanding opportunity to posses the coveted first-year dragon Dollar in a remarkable state of preservation. Ex. J.R.S. Affra Collection HID09801242017 © 2023 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

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