1788 CT 1/2P Mailed Bust Right, M 4.1-K, BN MS(PCGS#687252)

1788 CT 1/2P Mailed Bust Right, M 4.1-K, BN MS (PCGS#687252)

November 2019 Baltimore Colonial Coins and Americana Auction

Lot Description: 1788 Connecticut Copper. Miller 4.1-K, W-4430. Rarity-4+. Mailed Bust Right. AU-53 (PCGS). 113.3 grains. Golden-brown and lustrous, the obverse rims notably beveled and affecting the tops of the lettering, the reverse rims more square but the planchet is not large enough to accommodate the fullness of the legends and date on that side. A rather choice example, trouble free in its wear, sharp and well delineated in its strike, and pleasurable to enjoy at arm’s length or up close under magnification, where the bold clashing and die failure of the obverse come into plain view. Called "Condition Census” by Robert on his envelope, it is one of the most visually appealing survivors of the die pairing that are often found with a plethora of detail but far less ideal surfaces. Provenance: From the Robert M. Martin Collection. Ex 1975 EAC Convention Sale, Pine Tree Auction Company, February 15, 1975, lot 291. PCGS #397 and #687252. Click here for certification details from PCGS.