1848 50C WB-1 MS(PCGS#572062)

April 2023 Hong Kong World Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

43173

Grade

AU55

Price

2,640

Lot Description

ANNAM. "Perfect Virtue" Tien, ND (1848-83). Tu Duc. NGC AU-55. KM-405; Sch-354.2. Weight: 3.85 gms. Obverse: "Nhat Duc", fish at sides swimming up; Reverse: "Tu Duc Thong Bao". This handsome Tien displays bold details and attractive shimmering surfaces with moderate gunmetal toning. Well-struck on both sides, the coin offers an abundance of eye appeal and only light evidence of handling. This wholesome coin would suit any quality-focused cabinet of Annamese issues. Estimate: $1,000 - $1,500. Click here for certification details from NGC. 安南嗣德通寶一德。 重3.85 克。正面為"一德"，雙魚戲水。反面為"嗣德通寶"。細節深峻，幣面熠熠生輝，有槍灰色包漿點綴，無比迷人。兩面鑄打均佳，經手痕跡微弱。藏家如若看重品相，此為不二之選。