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

6157

Grade

VF30BN

Price

4,800

Lot Description

1787 New Jersey copper. Maris 55-m. Rarity-4. U over S. VF-30 (PCGS). 157.4 grains. Smooth and glossy light to medium brown with excellent eye appeal. Not quite as sharp as the preceding coin, but well preserved and close to choice. No post-striking flaws are found, just some subtle striations on the right side of the shield. No magnification is needed to see the U over S in PLURIBUS. The reverse is cracked through the center point of the shield between BU of PLURIBUS to the rim, Die State 2. This scarce variety very rarely looks this nice. Provenance: From the E Pluribus Unum Collection of New Jersey Coppers. PCGS# 763315and 45425. Click here for certification details from PCGS.