(t) CHINA. Taiwan. 7.2 Candareens (10 Cents), ND (1893-94). Uncertain Mint, likely near Foochow. Kuang-hsu (Guangxu). PCGS MS-64.

L&M-328; K-134; KM-Y-247; WS-1005. Variety without "sheng" and with inner small characters. Displaying a commendable state of preservation RARELY seen for the type, this beauty sparkles and dazzles with handsome and engrossing mint luster. A somewhat soft strike is the only notation of consequence on this specimen, with the surfaces otherwise free of contact or marking. Very few of the type remain in condition approaching Gem today, with this example standing out--a bright light for its beauty and historical import as one of the last Chinese coins on Taiwan before the Japanese occupation.

Estimate: USD 7000-10000