1787 NJ 1/2P Camel Head, Maris 58-n, BN MS(PCGS#763347)

August 2019 ANA U.S. Coins Auction Rosemont, IL

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

512

Grade

VF30

Price

1,140

Lot Description

1787 New Jersey Copper. Maris 58-n, W-5320. Rarity-5-.Camel Head--Overstruck on Connecticut Copper. VF-30 (PCGS). Deep steel brown surfaces are microgranular yet glossy and visually appealing overall. Well centered on the obverse with a bold date and good central detail, though the peripheral elements are a little softer, likely due to elements of the undertype. The reverse is off center toward 4:00 with broad dentils around the left side that fade from view at the lower right. The most prominent marker of the undertype is the bent arm of Liberty from the reverse of the Connecticut which is visible through the horse’s head. Click here for certification details from PCGS.