Republic Yuan Shih-kai "Plumed Hat" Dollar ND (1916) AU Details (Scratch) PCGS, Tientsin mint, KM-Y332, L&M-942, Kann-663, WS-0097. Struck for the inauguration of Yuan Shih-kai as Emperor Hung-hsien. An always in-demand type and covetable relic whose popularity lies not only in its absolute rarity, but as a product commemorating a historic and ill-fated attempt at reinstating dynastic rule in China. While an earlier cleaning and scratch limit this piece's potential, it remains to top-tier target for the type collector. HID09801242017 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

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