Get ready, collectors! Stack’s Bowers and Ponterio, a prominent name in the world of numismatics, is gearing up for an extraordinary Spring 2025 Hong Kong Auction. Scheduled to unfold over seven exciting days from April 7 to April 13, this event will showcase an impressive collection of over 7,600 lots, including coins, medals, tokens, and currency, all with an impressive expected total that exceeds $19.6 million!

A Night of Rarities Like No Other

Kicking off with the eagerly awaited Rarities Night, aficionados can look forward to a spectacular selection of treasures. Among the star pieces is a breathtaking Silver Dollar Pattern from 1928 adorning the auction catalog cover, famously known as the “Mukden Tiger.” Collectors will also be captivated by exceptional gold issues from 1926, featuring the coveted Dragon and Peacock 20 Cents Pattern, along with the elusive 20 Dollar and 10 Dollar patterns depicting the “Dogmeat General” from Shantung.

But that’s not all! Highlighted offerings will include a stunning Gold K’uping Tael Pattern from 1906 and a beloved 1921 “Pavilion” Dollar in Gold. For those intrigued by unique designs, the auction will feature a rare “Sungarei” 4 Mace Pattern in Brass.

Rare Finds from the Chinese Collection

Among non-vintage highlights, a must-see is an 1864 Hong Kong Silver Dollar Pattern, previously owned by Sir Hercules Robinson. Bid tracking will also lead to an incredibly rare 1646 Crown from the Netherlands East Indies, alongside modern gems such as a 1990 Dragon and Phoenix 1500 Yuan struck from 20 ounces of gold, and a remarkable 1984 1000 Yuan Panda series coin rich in gold content.

Noteworthy World Coin Highlights Include:

- Lot 40005: China. Chekiang. Silver 1 Mace 4.4 Candareens (20 Cents) Pattern, ND (1902). PCGS SPECIMEN-67. - Lot 40041: China. Kiangnan. 7 Mace 2 Candareens (Dollar), ND (1897). PCGS MS-62. - Lot 40057: China. Kwangtung. 7 Mace 3 Candereens (Dollar), ND (1889). PCGS MS-63. - Lot 40085: China. Szechuan. Silver Dollar Pattern, ND (1928). PCGS SPECIMEN-62. - Lot 40169: China. Gold Presentation Dollar, ND (1923). PCGS SPECIMEN-61.

A Treasure Trove of World Currency Awaits

The auction also highlights a significant array of world currency, boasting key pieces such as a 1905 1 Tael from the Yu Chuan Honan Official Bank, a 1941 2 Yuan from the Central Bank of China, and a rare 1912 100 Dollars Color Trial Specimen from the Chartered Bank of India, Australia, and China.

Other Notable World Currency Highlights Include:

- Lot 30283: China–Foreign Banks. Deutsch-Asiatische Bank. 50 Dollars, 1.3.1907. PMG Very Fine 20. - Lot 31234: Hong Kong (SAR). Hong Kong & Shanghai Banking Corporation. 500 Dollars, 1.7.1930. PMG Extremely Fine 40.

Anticipation is building for what promises to be a thrilling week of auctions. With rare finds and extraordinary pieces on the table, collectors won’t want to miss this rare opportunity to add historic rarities to their collections. Mark your calendars and join in on the excitement this spring!