Japan, Ansei period Chogin Silver Bar. XF. 1859-1865 AD. 146 gm.
Ansei silver Chogin ND (1859-1865) Good XF, Hartill-9.57 (VR), JNDA 09-69, JC-05-12-1. 32x95mm. 146.14gm. Variety with 6 stamps on body. Of noticeably fine quality, particularly in the era-designator stamps, where the viewer can easily detect ample evidence of die polish. Showing the distinctive depression or dimple seen on many examples, with very few deposits overall.