Yunnan. Republic Tael ND (1943-1944) MS63+ PCGS, KM-X3 (under French-Indo China), L&M-435, Kann-939, Lec-325. Small deer head type. A universally revered type from this ever-popular Tael series, not only because of its interesting historical application during the 20th century opium trade, but because of the vastly different design than its "Fu" character counterpart. Brilliant and one of the finest of this type we've handled, seemingly deserving of a near-Gem assignment. HID09801242017 © 2023 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

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