1786 NJ 1/2P Narrow Shield, BN MS(PCGS#496)

May 2019 Baltimore U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

3211

Grade

F12BN

Price

360

Lot Description

1786 New Jersey Copper. Maris 23-P, W-4940. Rarity-4. Blundered Six. Fine-12 (PCGS). A pleasantly smooth example with olive-brown on the high points and golden tan surrounding the centers. Aligned towards 7 o'clock on the obverse, trimming the left denticles and pulling PLURIBUS tight to the edge on the opposite side. The horse is sharp with a nicely defined mane, while the shield shows a softness at center that is typical for the variety. An example of Die State 2, with the eyebrow crack about C of CAESAREA but lacking break in the denticles above EA. Attractive and free from any distracting blemishes. Provenance: From the Collection of Larry L. Terrell. Earlier ex Chris McCawley & Bob Grellman's sale of the Scott Barnes Collection, October 1996, lot 29. PCGS# 496. Click here for certification details from PCGS.