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Asian Coins & Banknotes 42 Kelleher and Rogers Ltd stamps@kelleherasia.com Sale 43 - 24 April 2024 639 639 China: Anhwei Province, 20 Cash, 1902, Copper, Rare with 3 Stars on either Side. NGC Graded AU DETAILS - EDGE FILING. (Y-37), This coin exhibits a rich mahogany patina with highlights of brown copper with a bold strike of the dragon as the centerpiece. Subtle edge filing keeping this lovely coin from a full AU to Uncirculated designation, while the coin retains sharpness in its lettering and design. An exceptional example that deserves a higher grade designation. ‑ Estimate ‑HK$5,000‑-‑7,500 Chinese Provinces Anhwei 640 640 China: Anhwei Province, 3.6 Candareens (5 Cents), Year 25 (1899), NGC Graded VF DETAILS - CLEANED. (L&M-209), This coin reveals the fierce dragon in striking relief, highlighted by silver -gray fields. ‑ Estimate ‑HK$1,500‑-‑2,000 Chinese Provinces Anhwei 641 641 China: Anhwei Province, 10 Cash, 1902, “One Sen” Inverted “A”, NGC Graded F 12 BN. (Y-34a), Scarce variety. This is the first one to be offered in a number of years. ‑ Estimate ‑HK$2,000‑-‑3,000 Chinese Provinces Anhwei 642 642 China: Anhwei Province, 7 Mace 2 Candareens (1 Dollar), Year 24 (1898), Small Rosette, NGC Graded UNC DETAILS - CLEANED. (L&M-204), The dragon on this coin is presented with extraordinary definition, its scales and claws etched with precision against a backdrop that still offers luster and light golden toning at the edges. The reverse is equally impressive, with characters and traditional motifs crisply defined, each set within a beaded circle that remains clear and uninterrupted while exhibiting a silver, gray and golden toning. This coin is sure to attract serious bidding due to its beauty as well as rarity. ‑ Estimate ‑HK$40,000‑-‑ 60,000