1786 NJ 1/2P Maris 15-J, Leaning Head, BN MS(PCGS#766261)

November 2017 Baltimore U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

4129

Grade

XF40

Price

840

Lot Description

1786 New Jersey Copper. Maris 15-J, W-4815. Rarity-4. Wide Shield. EF-40. 147.5 grains. Attractive glossy olive-copper surfaces with bold to sharp detail from a nicely centered and well executed strike. A few swirls of ancient verdigris are noted solely for accuracy, as are a couple of minor handling marks on the reverse. Superior quality for the variety, and qualifying as low Condition Census based on the listing in the 2013 New Jersey copper reference by Roger S. Siboni, et al. PCGS# 766261 Provenance: Collector envelope and cardboard 2x2 with attribution and provenance notes included.