Lot 1516: Amazing Chinese Cash Coinage Numismatic History Sextetof Original Dies, Molds and Exhibit Worthy Stuart LockhartMemorabilia.An exciting array highlighted by a pair of whatappear to be original defaced, yet clearly identifiable steelProvincial 10 Cash reverse dies with rosette at centers, cylindricalheight and base diameter measurements of 44x33mm and37x32mm respectively, weighing 266 grams and 218 grams each.

Grading nearly EF detail where present, old intentional effacing orcancellation chisel marks to faces of each die and light adheringrust and micro pitting overall, but perhaps unique. Legend has itthat cancelled dies were cast into the Yangtze River, perhaps theserepresent a rare recovery from such a disposal.

Also, apparentStone molds for casting Ancient Chinese Cash Coin trees(2),31cm x 9.75cm and a second fragmented/broken example, 13.5cmx 8cm, some wear, cracks and chipping damage from use and/or improper storage with trace of old adhesive dealer, collectoror museum tag residue, but some very neat pieces.

Additionallythe preceding items are accompanied by three small Cash coins,attributed on cards as Lockhart-142 and 152(2) respectively, avgVF; mounted onto two possibly reduced size, original StewartLockhart collection cardstock/pages from his personal holdings.Descriptions in ink and attributions are hand written as made.

These items are rarely, if ever available and will likely neverappear again once they go to a new collector home. A once in alifetime type of ensemble for the advanced collectorof Chinese Bronze Cash Coinage that would make excellentexhibition and educational centerpieces for years to come. Fresh tothe market after decades of storage and worthy of a close review.Viewing strongly recommended. 6 items. ($1000-1500)

Lot 1539: [Medal] Tsao Kun Silver Medal, ND(1923). P Plain edge. L&M960. AU, expert edge mount removal, retoning nicely from a lightold cleaning. Quite attractive and rarely offered. ($2000-2500)

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