1787 NJ 1/2P Pony Head, Maris 38-Z, BN MS(PCGS#767827)

August 2019 ANA U.S. Coins Auction Rosemont, IL

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

503

Grade

VF20

Price

720

Lot Description

1787 New Jersey Copper. Maris 38-Z, W-5175.Rarity-5. Outlined Shield, Small Head. VF-20 (PCGS). Glossy and slightly mottled olive brown with traces of ruddy patina blended into the reverse. Slightly granular under magnification, while a few small old abrasions and gentle rim bumps also come into view. Well centered and evenly struck, though the reverse die state shows a bit of advancement and weakness at PL of PLURIBUS is the result. Nice detail and good eye appeal for the grade. Click here for certification details from PCGS.