1787 NJ 1/2P Bulbous Nose, Maris 43-d, BN MS(PCGS#763359)

November 2025 Showcase Auction U.S. Coins

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

1335

Grade

AU50BN

Price

960

Lot Description

162.5 grains. An appealingly distinctive example of this common variety. Both sides are notably off-center to 9 o'clock, with a substantial unstruck area outside of the die edge at the right periphery of both sides. A bit of bounce double striking is seen on the obverse. Somewhat flecked with fissures on the obverse, the reverse shows lustrous gloss across its less flawed medium brown surfaces. A planchet flaw affects UR of PLURIBUS, also visible at the end of the plowhandles. Sharp and free of post-striking defects, this piece offers high grade, good eye appeal, and an interesting insight into the mintage of New Jersey coppers.