CNG 96, Lot: 1367. Estimate $500. Sold for $525. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

JAPAN, Taishō-Shōwa Eras. 1912-1989. Æ Charm (152mm, 473.75 g, 12h). Cast early 20th century. Wu xing da bu (Large coin of the five elements) in Hanji characters; lightly engraved vine pattern in margin / Phoenix flying left, head right; below, dragon right, head reverted; flaming pearl to lower left; lightly engraved vine pattern in margin. Thierry, Amulettes –; CCC 2809a-b. EF, green patina, minor casting flaws. In original box numbered ‘259’.

From the J.P. Righetti Collection.