KM965, Fr-169, Proof 69 Ultra Cameo NGC. EdgeNumbered: 045. Mintage: 99. Struck as a part of seven-coin seriesissued in 1996 to recognize classic Chinese literature, the presentissue specifically commemorates author Luo Guanzhong (ca.1330-1400) and his work The Romance of the Three Kingdoms.The novel's theme, loosely based on the events that surrounded thefall of Han Dynasty, is delightfully interwoven into the designwith three stages of the Battle of Guandu depicted on one side. Anessentially flawless representative with deeply contrasted fieldsand highpoints that have obviously been preserved with care. Veryrare in this denomination and because of this, an incrediblydesirable issue for the advanced collector of modern-era Chinesecoinage.
