(1927)十六 P$1 LM-85 K-609 SP(PCGS#173375)

The April 2012 Hong Kong Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

20264

Grade

MS61

Price

38,838

Lot Description

CHINA. Pattern Dollar Struck in Silver, Year 16 (1927). NGC MS-61. L&M-85; Kann-609; Wenchao-pg.555 #898 (rarity three stars). Pattern designed by Richard Placht, Austrian medalist and engraver for the Vienna Mint. Although attractive and elegant in its design, this pattern was destined to be met with disapproval. Al