| 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 |  |
Match 1:
| Stack's Bowers Galleries (& Ponterio) > December 2023 World CCO Auction | Auction date: 7 December 2023 |
| Lot number: 31016 Price realized: 3,200 USD (Approx. 2,966 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: ANNAM. "National Prosperity and Longevity" 2 Tien, ND (1848-83). Tu Duc. PCGS MS-63. KM-423; Sch-351B. Weight: 7.6 gms. Fulling deserving of its Choice designation, this specimen presents great detail and sharply incised characters. Meanwhile, the surfaces are toned an enchanting gray hue with vibrant aspects of goldenrod and amber around the devices. Undoubtedly worthy of a superior bid and increased enthusiasm. Estimate: $2000 - $3000 |  |
Match 2:
| Stack's Bowers Galleries (& Ponterio) > April 2024 Hong Kong Auction | Auction date: 15 April 2024 |
| Lot number: 43015 Price realized: Unsold | |
| Lot description: ANNAM. "National Prosperity and Longevity" 4 Tien, ND (1848-83). Tu Duc. PCGS MS-63. KM-448; Sch-351. Weight: 15.17 gms. A fairly SCARCE cut above that which is usually encountered, this choice example--presenting a charming gray cabinet tone and delightful sharpness--is tied with just five others for the top spot in the PCGS census. Estimate: $8500 - $10000 |  |
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: 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 |  |
