1787 NJ 1/2P U over S, Maris 55-m, BN MS(PCGS#763315)

November 2019 Baltimore Colonial Coins and Americana Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

6156

Grade

VF35BN

Price

660

Lot Description

1787 New Jersey copper. Maris 55-m. Rarity-4. U over S. VF-35 (PCGS). 142.7 grains. Even dark olive brown with finely granular surfaces and bold detail on both sides. Entirely free of issues other than the non-smooth surfaces, with sharpness that would put it in the middle of the SHI Condition Census range. The U over S characteristic is perfectly clear to the naked eye. The Maris-Garrett-Garrett-Menchell coin stands alone atop the census in the AU category, followed by three EFs, an EF-, and three VF+ coins. If this was smooth, it would probably be a top three coin. As it is, it still deserves mention, as the eye appeal remains very nice. Perfect dies. Provenance: From the E Pluribus Unum Collection of New Jersey Coppers. PCGS# 763315and 45425. Click here for certification details from PCGS.