The highlight of this auction was undoubtedly the group of Chinese vintage coin rarities from the collection of Nelson Chang, together with ancient coins formerly owned by his father — China’s renowned “King of Ancient Coins,” Zhang Shuxun (also known as Nai-chi Chang). The auction presented a collecting feast for collectors worldwide. Bidding was active both in the room and through mail and phone bids, with many lots selling well above their estimates. This shows strong demand among collectors for rare coins with excellent quality and a clear pedigree.
Nelson Chang Vintage Coin Collection with a Unique Pattern and Many Rarities
The star lot of the auction was the unique LOT 140 – 1926 Chang Tso-lin Copper-Nickel Pattern Dollar (NGC MS62). After competitive bidding, it sold for US$672,000 to a successful mail bidder. This coin is believed to be a trial piece used to test the press capacity. It stands out for its unusual material and interesting background. This was its first appearance at public auction.
Another notable item from the NC Collection, originally from the collection of his father-in-law, Turpin Hsi, was LOT 120 – 1898 Anhui One Dollar Silver (Flat Four Small Rosette, NGC MS66★ ). It sold for US$222,000 and is considered the finest known example of this type.
Also attracting strong interest was LOT 130 – 1897 OldKiangnan One Dollar Silver (Ornamented Edge, NGC MS63), which sold for US$228,000 to a mail bidder.
In addition, some other fine coins from the NC Collection performed very well, including:
LOT 122 – 1900 Peiyang "Ku" Ten Tael Copper-Silver Plated Pattern (NGC AU55), sold for US$15,000;
April 8, 2026 · Hong Kong
Champion Auction, together with the Hong Kong International Coin Convention & Antique Watch Fair, will hold a joint charity auction at the Hong Kong B.P. International Hotel. A special City Card Charity Auction will take place, featuring 12 sets of 2025 Chinese Dragon Silver Coin Kuala Lumpur and Macau City Cards with special serial numbers (0008, 0088, etc.), as well as Macau City Cards that were drawn in Hong Kong but not claimed. All proceeds from this session will go to a charitable organization. A regular auction will be held at the same time, and we are now accepting consignments of a wide range of collectibles.
Consignment Deadline: February 26, 2026
November 29, 2026 · Macau
To celebrate Champion Auction’s 30th Anniversary, we will host the 30th Anniversary Celebration & 12th Macau Auction in Macau. As a thank-you for the long-term support from our collector community, this special event will be conducted with No Buyer’s Commission. Key consignments include Hong Kong and Singapore specimen notes from the Chinese Family Collections, Malan coins from the NC Collection, Soviet coins from the J.C. Lee collection, Chinese Dragon Silver Coin City Cards, and other important themes.
Consignment Deadline: September 15, 2026
