1787 NJ 1/2P Camel Head, Maris 56-n, BN MS(PCGS#767837)

November 2021 Baltimore U.S. Coins auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

2102

Grade

VF25BN

Price

1,050

Lot Description

1787 New Jersey Copper. Maris 56-n, W-5310. Rarity-1. No Sprig Above Plow, Camel Head--Overstruck on a Connecticut Copper, Miller 33.2-Z.5--VF-25 BN (NGC). 121.3 grains. Golden-brown overall with glints of deeper color in the recesses. Remnants of the undertype are quite strong around the peripheries, with two nearly full dates on the obverse. Minor pitting here and there, yet generally smooth with no significant marks. An impressive provenance further enhances the appeal of this endearing Camel Head. Provenance: From the Collection of Richard Rossa, formerly of Rossa and Tanenbaum. Earlier ex Pine Tree's EAC Convention Sale of March 1976, lot 2099; our (Bowers and Merena's) Saccone Collection sale, November 1989, lot 1631; Barnes:414; Tom Rinaldo. Collector envelope with attribution and provenance notes included. PCGS# 767837. NGC ID: AUL8. Click here for certification details from NGC. Additional image by NGC Photo Vision. Learn more at NGCcoin.com