1788 Massachusetts Half Cent. Ryder 1-A, W-6000. Rarity-4+. AU-50 (PCGS). 82.6 grains. Impressive quality for this very challenging variety. Pleasing coloration and originality, natural mottled patina of light golden-brown and steel with some splashes of maroon. Firmly struck and just a tad off center. A few tiny marks, none noteworthy. Unusually nice sharpness and eye appeal for the variety and a piece that represents a great opportunity for specialists. PCGS# 688347. To view supplemental information and all items from the Sydney F. Martin Collection, click <a href="https://stacksbowers.com/sydney-f-martin-collection/"> here.</a></strong> From the Sydney F. Martin Collection. Earlier ex Jim McGuigan, September 1990; our (Stacks) sale of the Peter Scherff Collection, March 2010, lot 2532.
