1786 Nova Constellatio Copper. Crosby 1-A, W-1940. Rarity-6. Small Date. AG Details--Graffiti (PCGS).，This 1786 Nova Constellatio copper represents an appealing example of a rare, challenging and enigmatic issue. Both sides are heavily worn with portions of the design lost. The sharpest remaining detail is seen at the upper obverse border, much of the reverse wreath, and nearly all of the periphery on the latter side. The date is fully legible with the digits 78 boldest. The surfaces are overall rough in texture with scattered encrustation around the peripheries and several prominent scratches and scrapes on both sides. A flan flaw that originates at 9 oclock on the border relative to the obverse is also evident on the reverse. The rare 1786 Nova Constellatio copper is a contemporary counterfeit made in imitation of the 1783 and 1785 coppers, the issue tentatively attributed to Machins Mills. All known examples are in low grades, as here, and they are eagerly pursued by specialists on those infrequent occasions when they appear on the market.，PCGS# 814.，，Paper envelope with collector notes included.
