| Stack's Bowers Galleries (& Ponterio) > April 2024 Hong Kong Auction | Auction date: 15 April 2024 |
| Lot number: 43019 Price realized: Unsold | |
| Lot description: ANNAM. 2 Tien, ND (1848-83). Tu Duc. PCGS MS-64. KM-426; cf. Sch-347. Weight: 7.68 gms. A staggering minor, this exceptional specimen clearly towers above others of the type in such an entrancing, near-Gem state of preservation as is the case here. Elegantly toned with hints of rainbow iridescence, it is difficult to believe that one could possibly improve upon that which is offered here. Rather accordingly, this stands as the sole finest graded of the type seen at PCGS. Estimate: $21000 - $25000 |  |
Match 1:
| Stack's Bowers Galleries (& Ponterio) > April 2024 Hong Kong Auction | Auction date: 15 April 2024 |
| Lot number: 43017 Price realized: Unsold | |
| Lot description: ANNAM. "National Confidence" 1/4 Lang (2-1/2 Tien), ND (1848-83). Tu Duc. NGC MS-64. KM-430; Sch-350.3. Weight: 9.53 gms. The finest of just five seen at NGC for the type, this entrancing specimen yields clearly incised and struck characters, an alluring depiction of the dragon, graphite gray surfaces, and some abounding brilliance evident in the fields. Augmenting its stunning nature that much more are some golden hints closer to the peripheries, tying together its resounding beauty. Estimate: $6000 - $8000 |  |
Match 2:
| Stack's Bowers Galleries (& Ponterio) > April 2024 Hong Kong Auction | Auction date: 15 April 2024 |
| Lot number: 43013 Price realized: 18,000 USD (Approx. 16,938 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: ANNAM. "Five Bats" 5 Tien, ND (1848-83). Tu Duc. PCGS MS-62. KM-457.1; Sch-359; Thierry-V263/V264 (gold); Thierry Supplement-Unlisted; T.Z.S.L.-pg. 292 # 100; Dav-133. Weight:18.20 gms. Variety with clouds surrounding the top two bats. Obverse: "Ngu Phuc", two bats in clouds above and three bats in clouds below; Reverse: "Tu Duc Thong Bao". An exceptional Mint State representative, this stunning auspicious 5 Tien delivers crisply applied details, with strong luster and touches of deep and alluring toning throughout. A piece that will doubtlessly capture the attention of many, as examples of this type are amongst the most consistently demanded issues from Annam. The symbolism and inscription on this type represents a clever play on words where the word "Phuc" meaning happiness has a similar sound to the animal depicted, the bats. In Chinese culture the word for bat is "Fu" and is pronounced the same was as the word for good fortune. Estimate: $10000 - $15000 |  |
Match 3:
| Stack's Bowers Galleries (& Ponterio) > April 2024 Hong Kong Auction | Auction date: 15 April 2024 |
| Lot number: 43014 Price realized: Unsold | |
| Lot description: ANNAM. "Four Perfections" 4 Tien, ND (1848-83). Tu Duc. PCGS MS-62. KM-450; Sch-Unlisted. Weight: 15.32 gms. Rendering a sensory treat to the eyes, this impressive and superb specimen can boast incredibly well applied details and limited evidence of marking. Mint luster is retained, with dazzling amber color further accentuating the specimen. A piece that is assuredly near the pinnacle of Annam pieces in terms of attractivity, we foresee no shortage of competitive bidders seeking to add this example to their collections. Estimate: $8500 - $10000 |  |
Match 4:
| Stack's Bowers Galleries (& Ponterio) > April 2024 Hong Kong Auction | Auction date: 15 April 2024 |
| Lot number: 43018 Price realized: 4,100 USD (Approx. 3,858 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: ANNAM. "National Confidence" 1/4 Lang (2-1/2 Tien), ND (1848-83). Tu Duc. PCGS MS-63. KM-428; Sch-350.1. Variety with square faced dragon. An exceptional piece, and tied with two other examples for the finest certified on the PCGS population report, the present specimen displays bold details and a general sharpness that is RARE for the type. Soft pastel toning graces the surfaces, adding to the complex character of the type. A chance to acquire an incredibly popular type that is perched at the top of the population report. Estimate: $2000 - $4000 |  |
Match 5:
| Stack's Bowers Galleries (& Ponterio) > April 2024 Hong Kong Auction | Auction date: 15 April 2024 |
| Lot number: 43020 Price realized: Unsold | |
| Lot description: ANNAM. "Sun and Moon" 2 Tien, ND (1848-83). Tu Duc. PCGS MS-61. KM-424; Sch-355. Weight: 7.60 gms. A melange of slate gray and subtle amber tone highlights this charming Mint State example, with some hints of brilliance emanating from below. RARE in Mint State, and from a series that continues to add collectors due to the many fanciful designs and wide breath of varieties. Estimate: $10000 - $8500 |  |
