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Asian Coins & Banknotes 73 Kelleher and Rogers Ltd stamps@kelleherasia.com Sale 43 - 24 April 2024 817 817 China: Kwangtung Province, 20 Cash (1909-11), NGC Graded MS 65. (L&M-139), The obverse of the coin is highlighted by a varied patina with a central dragon motif, surrounded by a subtle interplay of gray, orange, and brown shade Toning with high luster and mark free surfaces. On the reverse, the traditional characters are set against a background marked by a mottled toning in similar colors with high luster. Extremely attractive coin for the grade. ‑ Estimate ‑ HK$6,000 ‑-‑8,000 818 818 China: Kwangtung Province, 20 Cash (1909-11), NGC Graded AU 58. (L&M-139), The coin exhibits a striking amalgam of hues, with the obverse presenting a muted silver-gray patina, interspersed with flecks of darker toning that accentuate the intricate details of the dragon motif. The reverse side complements this with a consistent silver-gray backdrop, allowing the traditional Chinese characters to stand pronounced, all under a subtle luminescence that enhances its historical allure. ‑ Estimate ‑ HK$600 ‑-‑800 819 819 China: Kwangtung Province, 3.6 Candareens (5 Cents) (1890-1905), NGC Graded AU DETAILS - CLEANED. (L&M- 137), Kwangtung Mint. Kuang-hsu (Guangxu). This specimen presents a pewter-gray patina, accented with whispers of champagne and steel- blue. ‑ Estimate ‑ HK$600 ‑-‑800 Chinese Provinces Kwangtung 820 820 China: Kwangtung Province, 2 Cents, Year 7 (1918). NGC Graded VF 35. (Y-418). ‑ Estimate ‑HK$1,500‑-‑2,000 Chinese Provinces Kwangtung 821 821 China: Kwangtung Province, 7.2 Candareens (10 Cents), ND (1890-1908). Kwangtung Mint. Kuang-hsu (Guangxu). NGC Graded MS 65. (L&M-136), Variegated metallic from gray to oatmeal are featured on the obverse; luminescent reverse with mirror- like fields and considerable luster. ‑ Estimate ‑HK$7,500‑-‑10,000