CHINA. Yunnan Mint, Kuang-hsu, New Dragon Normal Variety, XXX, 7 Mace 2 Candareens (Dollar), (ND)

Kunming mint, KM-Y254, L&M-418, Kann-166, Chang-CH148, WS-0659 (1907), Wenchao-831 (rarity 1 star; 1907). An exquisite survivor of this first milled silver Dollar of the province, preserved at a level–both conditionally and visibly–that will appeal to even the most discerning series collectors. Often seen cleaned or with even gray patination, this specimen is original toining with color. In terms of its technical grade, just 9 examples have yet been certified finer, with none seen by either grading company above an MS64. This item must be viewed in hand to be fully appreciated.