1787 NJ 1/2P Serpent Head, BN MS(PCGS#518)

1787 NJ 1/2P Serpent Head, BN MS (PCGS#518)

The June 2012 Baltimore Auction

Auctioneer
Stack's Bowers
Lot Number
1133
Grade
VF25BN
Price
411
Lot Description
1787 New Jersey Copper. Maris 54-k, W-5295. Rarity-3. Serpent Head. VF-25. 166.5 grains. Deep olive brown with roughness and pitting throughout under low magnification, though the in-hand appeal is substantial and the design motifs are sharp for the grade. A popular variety owing to the unique nature of the horse's head. PCGS# 518.
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