1787 New Jersey Copper. Maris 34-J, W-5115. Rarity-3. Deer Head. VF Details--Damage (PCGS).123.1 grains. Struck over a 1787 Connecticut copper with portions of the legends of the host coin visible on both sides. A bit of the Connecticut date is visible after the last A of CAESAREA as well and Syds envelope states the CT undertype is believed to be a 1787 Miller 37.1-cc.1 variety. Strong VF detail and pleasing two-tone color, the planchet is somewhat wavy due to some dents and hits.PCGS# 763331.From the Sydney F. Martin Collection. Earlier ex Monmouth Coin & Stamp, February 2000.
