1787 NJ 1/2P Disappearing Knobs Maris 28-L, BN MS(PCGS#767896)

August 2023 Global Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

3050

Grade

VF30BN

Price

1,800

Lot Description

1787 New Jersey Copper. Maris 28-L, W-5065. Rarity-3. Straight Plough Beam, Outlined Shield. VF-30 (PCGS). 151.0 grains. A pleasing specimen of a charming variety. Handsome glossy light brown, even but for some mild staining at the upper right corner of the shield. Nicely centered, problem free, and well balanced, this is a highly collectible specimen of the Maris number. Most of the SHI Census is populated by EF coins, exceeded by only the Mills-Picker-Ish coin and the Newman coin. Provenance: From the E Pluribus Unum Collection. PCGS# 767896. Click here for certification details from PCGS. Image with the PCGS TrueView logo is obtained from and is subject to a license agreement with Collectors Universe, Inc. and its divisions PCGS and PSA.